Assistant Professor of Anesthesia and Analgesia North Carolina State University Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Disclosure(s):
Kelley M. Varner, DVM, DACVAA: No financial relationships to disclose
Presentation Description / Summary: This lecture will provide an in-depth review of paralumbar fossa anesthesia in cattle. Emphasis will be placed on recent advancements in the understanding of the anatomy and conformation of the paralumbar fossa in cattle how these influence anesthetic approaches. The lecture will also discuss the latest literature on novel additives, such as adjuncts to local anesthetics that enhance efficacy and duration of anesthesia, while minimizing side effects. We will explore the principles and techniques of generating paralumbar fossa anesthesia, including the latest updates on nerve block methods. Newer strategies for optimizing analgesia and improving outcomes will be highlighted, including comparative efficacy data from recent studies. Veterinarians and researchers will gain an updated understanding of the practical application of paralumbar fossa anesthesia, with particular attention to the benefits of combining traditional techniques with modern additives, ensuring safe and effective anesthesia protocols in cattle.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, the participant will be able to describe and understand updated anatomical insights into the paralumbar fossa in cattle
Upon completion, the participant will be able to describe and understand recent advancements in local anesthetic additives for enhanced performance
Upon completion, the participant will be able to describe and understand established and novel techniques for generating paralumbar fossa anesthesia
