Atlas of Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia 3rd Edition

📘 Book Overview

Title: Atlas of Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia
Author: Dr. Andrew T. Gray
Edition: 3rd Edition (latest available)
Publisher: Elsevier
Format: PDF
Length: ~412 pages
Language: English

🩺 Description

This atlas-style clinical guide offers a detailed, image-rich roadmap for performing regional anesthesia using ultrasound. Authored by leading anesthesiologist Dr. Andrew T. Gray, it combines expert commentary with high-resolution ultrasound images and anatomical illustrations to guide safe and accurate nerve block placement.

The book covers a broad range of peripheral nerve blocks, including both commonly performed and advanced techniques, with attention to sonoanatomy, needle trajectory, and injection sites.

This is an essential reference for mastering the fundamentals of ultrasound-guided regional techniques—clearly explained and meticulously illustrated.

✅ Key Features

1. 🖼️ High-Quality Visuals

• Full-color anatomical illustrations paired with corresponding ultrasound images

• Landmarks and anatomy clearly labeled to aid recognition and accuracy

2. 🧭 Step-by-Step Block Techniques

• Organized by anatomic region: upper limb, lower limb, trunk, and head/neck

• Each block includes:

  • Indications

  • Sonoanatomy

  • Needle guidance

  • Local anesthetic spread

3. 📚 Foundations in Ultrasound

• Includes a thorough review of ultrasound physics, probe handling, and image optimization

4. ⚠️ Focus on Safety

• Emphasizes safe practice, recognition of complications, and tips to avoid common errors

5. 🎓 Exam-Relevant Format

• Clear enough for daily clinical use, structured enough for exam prep (FRCA, ABA, etc.)

🌟 Benefits of Reading This Book

• 👨‍⚕️ Improves Block Accuracy
  Visual guidance helps clinicians place blocks more confidently and accurately

• 🔍 Enhances Anatomic Understanding
  Improves the ability to identify structures under ultrasound in real patients

• 📖 Bridges Theory and Clinical Application
  Ideal for learning, revising, or teaching regional anesthesia

• 🧠 Boosts Exam & Viva Readiness
  Especially helpful for trainees preparing for OSCEs, board exams, or viva questions

• 💼 Useful at All Levels
  From early learners to experienced anesthesiologists transitioning to ultrasound-guided techniques

👤 Ideal For

• Anaesthesia residents & fellows

• Regional anesthesia and pain practitioners

• CRNAs and nurse anesthetists

• Medical educators and ultrasound trainers