CAUDAL EPIDURAL ANESTHESIA IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS

Abstract

Caudal epidural block is the most widely used regional anesthetic technique in children. Its popularity in pediatric anesthesia is mainly due to its broad spectrum of indications, high success rates, and a relative low incidence of complications. The caudal epidural block is generally used for not only lower abdominal or lower extremity surgery but also for upper abdominal surgery via administration of adjuncts such as morphine, which has hydrosoluble potential. The indications, contraindications and technique of caudal epidural block are presented.

Keywords

caudal epidural anesthesia / local anesthetics / morphine / opioids / pediatric anesthesiology / pediatric oncology

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