A new randomized control trial published in Pediatric Anesthesia was designed to investigate the benefit of intravenous dexamethasone for enhancing the effect of pudendal block on postoperative analgesia in children who underwent hypospadias surgery. Follow the link for full results! https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/pan.14805
QUESTION OF THE MONTH/VISUAL PEARLS/POLLS OF THE MONTH
MARCH 2024 POLL OF THE MONTH
MARCH 2024 QUESTION OF THE MONTH
A 14-month-old male with medical history significant for sleep disordered breathing presents to the OR for circumcision. Previous analgesic plan included a caudal epidural block, however on physical exam there is concern for a sacral dimple. Which of the following alternate options would potentially convey the greatest benefit of achieving maximal analgesia?
A. acetaminophen and ketorolac
B. pudendal nerve block
C. dorsal penile block
D. ring block of the penis