J Korean Pain Soc.  1997 May;10(1):93-96.

Transdiscal Superior Hypogastric Plexus Block with the Patient in Oblique Position

• Shim JC
• Kim DW
• Jeon YS
• Won SK
• Lee ME

Abstract

Block of superior hypogastric plexus has been advocated as a useful technique in the palliation of various of pelvic pain syndromes. This technique has been performed under fluroscopic or CT guidance using bilateral placement of needles. We performed a modification of transdiscal approach with the patient in oblique position permitting successful superior hypogastric plexus block using a single needle placed under fluoroscopic guidance. Our experience suggest transdiscal approach performed in oblique position allows easier, safer, and more accurate needle placement for superior hypogastric plexus block.

Keyword

Pain, cancer; Position, oblique; Technique, superior hypogastric plexus block

MeSH Terms

Humans
Hypogastric Plexus*
Needles
Pelvic Pain