Color Doppler prior to supraclavicular block

This video shows the use of color Doppler lateral to the subclavian artery and at the injection site for supraclavicular block. Color Doppler should also be used in the path of needle insertion, lateral and superior to the brachial plexus. For further details refer to UpToDate content on performing supraclavicular block.

Courtesy of Kristopher Schroeder, MD, FASA.

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