Stellate ganglion block used to treat reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome
Davis J, Ozcan MS, Kamdar JK, Shoaib M. Stellate ganglion block used to treat reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome. Regional Anesthesia & Pain Medicine 2021, 46: 732-734. PMID: 33875578, DOI: 10.1136/rapm-2021-102675.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsReversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndromeStellate ganglion blockCerebral vasoconstriction syndromeTranscranial Doppler ultrasoundGanglion blockRescue therapyNeurological symptomsSevere reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndromeAcute neurological symptomsPossible rescue therapySupportive critical careTranscranial Doppler measurementsTypical treatmentPermissive hypertensionSegmental narrowingSympathetic blockadeBlock successSevere vasospasmSupportive careCerebral arteryIntravenous fluidsSevere ischemiaCase reportUltrasound guidanceCritical care