Myoclonus following a Peripheral Nerve Block

Myoclonus is an extremely rare perioperative complication following neuraxial anesthesia. It has also been reported to occur due to peripheral nerve lesions. We report a case of self-limiting myoclonus following a routine peripheral nerve block in an otherwise healthy patient.

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Published in:Case reports in anesthesiology 2013-01, Vol.2013 (2013), p.1-3
Main Authors: Hudson, Arlene J., Guthmiller, Kevin B., Hyatt, Marian N.
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Language:English
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Summary:Myoclonus is an extremely rare perioperative complication following neuraxial anesthesia. It has also been reported to occur due to peripheral nerve lesions. We report a case of self-limiting myoclonus following a routine peripheral nerve block in an otherwise healthy patient.
ISSN:2090-6382
2090-6390
DOI:10.1155/2013/213472