Single Dose Epidural Block for Infra Umbilical Surface Surgery in Children, a Surgeon’s Perspective

Abstract

Choice of anesthetic is a difficult decision considering the many options available these days. Each technique has its unique set of difficulties and complications. Anesthesia technique has to be chosen depending upon type of surgery, condition of patient, duration of surgery, safety, and finally cost. It should be possible to select a technique which provides optimum effect at the least possible cost, without compromising safety at any point.