A unique case of hoarseness of voice following left supraclavicular brachial plexus block.

Authors :: Naaz S
Asghar A
Jha NK
Ozair E
Source :: Saudi journal of anaesthesia [Saudi J Anaesth] 2020 Jan-Mar; Vol. 14 (1), pp. 109-111. Date of Electronic Publication: 2020 Jan 06.
Publication Year :: 2020
Abstract: Hoarseness of voice following supraclavicular brachial plexus block is a rare complication and is seen in 1.3% of cases. It has been reported in cases of right supraclavicular brachial block exclusively. The reason for this is the course of recurrent laryngeal nerve which is not the same in the left and right sides. Here we report a case of left supraclavicular brachial plexus block following which the patient developed hoarseness of voice.<br />Competing Interests: There are no conflicts of interest.<br /> (Copyright: © 2020 Saudi Journal of Anesthesia.)

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