Question

Concerning stellate ganglion block: 

a) oesophageal perforation may occur 

b) diaphagmatic paralysis may result 

c) Horner’s syndrome is essential for a successful block 

d) a successful block abolishes a change in skin resistance on stimulation 

e) a vasovagal reaction can occur whilst performing it. 

Answer 1

a) True; 

b) True; 

c) True; 

d) True; 

e) True