A continuous peripheral nerve block (CPNB) consists of a percutaneously inserted catheter with its tip adjacent to a target nerve/plexus through which local anesthetic may be administered (by infusion or intermittent boluses), providing a prolonged block that may be titrated to the desired effect. It has proven to be a very effective strategy in postoperative pain management.We present two cases showing their benefits on inpatients on a Surgical Ward.
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