Superior Hypogastric block
Superior Hypogastric block is a procedure used to reduce symptoms of chronic pelvic pain. This is a diagnostic test primarily, but it may provide relief far in excess of the duration of the anesthetic. A local skin anesthetic is given in the lower lumbar area of the back. A needle is then inserted into the back under fluoroscopy next to the lower lumbar vertebral body. The block may be performed on both sides of the spine. An anesthetic medication will be injected into the area.
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G.D, Interior Designer“Living with chronic pain is quite a challenge. Some days my lower back feels like a knife is jabbing into me. Other days my legs and feet will spasm, ache, and burn. There are times when medication and exercise do not completely help. These are the...
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R.F, Flight AttendentDr Annu Navani at Comprehensive Pain Management was highly recommended to me by my podiatrist. I am so elated to have found such a great doctor. Dr. Navani is so knowledgeable, caring and up to date on the latest technology. I had a nerve block injec...
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