Introduction: Bilateral brachial plexus blocks can be an alternative to general anaesthesia in the surgery of arm, forearm, wrist, or hand. This study aims to report a case in which a risky patient underwent amputation surgery under regional anaesthesia.
Case Presentation: A 64-year-old male was admitted to the hospital for an amputation operation. Ultrasonography revealed normal findings regarding internal organs, aside from grade II increased echogenicity of both kidneys and a small bladder cyst. Echocardiography revealed mildly left ventricular dilation, moderate systolic left ventricular dysfunction, ejection fraction 38%, left ventricular wall hypokinesia with left ventricular dilation. The amputation was performed under a bilateral supraclavicular brachial plexus block with the guidance of ultrasound.
Discussion: Theoretically, there are some advantages to regional anaesthesia in comparison to general anaesthesia, such as decreasing the ordinary body response to stress in the presence of low levels of cortisol and catecholamines, increasing blood flow and peripheral vasodilatation, decreasing hypercoagulability, lower risk of arterial and venous thrombosis and it aids to prevent endotracheal intubation and mechanical ventilation.
Conclusion: Bilateral brachial plexus blocks, as a type of regional anaesthesia under ultrasound guidance, can be depended upon as a reliable substitute for general anaesthesia in perilous conditions.
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