Summary
The review provides an assessment of a book on ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia, highlighting its departure from focusing solely on technical skills to incorporating critical thinking and judgment. The book is divided into five sections, covering foundational aspects, introductory, intermediate, and advanced ultrasound-guided techniques, and ultrasound-assisted neuraxial blocks.
The reviewer praises the book’s emphasis on basic principles in the first section and its well-written, illustrated content. However, two criticisms are noted: the omission of the axillary block and an overemphasis on in-plane injection techniques.
The reviewer suggests that including out-of-plane blocks and expanding coverage to include axillary blocks and upper limb catheter insertion would enhance the book’s value. Overall, the book is commended for its attempt to promote a philosophy of learning and professional attitudes in competency-based training for regional anesthesia.
