Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Nerve block pain relief for dog leg surgery case report
By V.F. Viana et al.·Published in Arquivo Brasileiro de Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia·2026·View original on DOAJ →
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Original publication title: Femoral nerve block by pre-iliac approach and sciatic nerve block by parassacral approach in a dog undergoing unilateral colocephalectomy - case report
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A dog undergoing surgery to remove part of its femur received a special pain management technique involving nerve blocks to help control pain during and after the procedure. The veterinarian used a combination of local anesthetics and other medications to ensure the dog was comfortable and stable throughout the surgery. The pain control methods worked well, allowing the dog to recover without significant discomfort. Overall, the approach made the surgery safer and more comfortable for the dog.
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Abstract
ABSTRACT Multimodal anesthesia, which combines locoregional blocks with systemic analgesia, is widely used in veterinary orthopedic procedures to provide effective pain control. This case report describes the use of femoral nerve block via a pre-iliac approach and sciatic nerve block via a parassacral approach in a dog undergoing unilateral femoral head and neck excision. The techniques were performed with the aid of a nerve stimulator, using 0.25% bupivacaine (1.5mg/kg). The anesthetic protocol also included the administration of gabapentin (5mg/kg), dipyrone (25mg/kg), meloxicam (0.1mg/kg), ketamine (0.6mg/kg/h), methadone (0.3mg/kg), and fentanyl (5µg/kg/h), forming a multimodal protocol. The effectiveness was assessed based on physiological parameters, sensory-motor block of the limb, and pain scores, demonstrating effective pain control and hemodynamic stability during the perioperative period. In conclusion, the femoral and sciatic nerve blocks were efficient in providing analgesia for the coxofemoral joint, making the procedure safe and comfortable for the patient.
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Search related cases →Original publication on DOAJ: https://doi.org/10.1590/1678-4162-13568