In subtotal gastrectomy, a median incision is usually made between the xiphoid process and the umbilicus. If an epidural is used, where should the puncture be performed? Why?

Mar 24, 2022

Regarding your question, at present, general anesthesia with gas intubation is basically used for subtotal gastrectomy, and general anesthesia plus epidural can also be used. The nerves of the stomach come from T6-T10, and the T8-9 space is generally selected for epidural puncture. Needle

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