5 Questions
Which route has been shown to give the most consistent intraconal drug placement during a retrobulbar block?
Inferior‐temporal palpebral (ITP) route
What size needle is typically used for a preoperative retrobulbar block?
22‐gauge spinal needle
At what angle is the needle bent for a preoperative retrobulbar block?
Approximately 20° angle
How far is the needle advanced during a preoperative retrobulbar block?
1–2 cm
Which of the following statements is true about a preoperative retrobulbar block?
It improves perioperative analgesia
Test your knowledge on preoperative retrobulbar blocks and their impact on perioperative analgesia. Learn about the benefits of using sodium channel blockers like bupivacaine and lidocaine, and the role of adrenaline. Explore the effectiveness of the inferior-temporal palpebral route and the appropriate needle size for drug placement.
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