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Infiltrations and invasive examinations
Infiltrations and invasive examinations are generally performed under sedation (propofol) by two doctors
(an operator and an anesthetist)
Examples of infiltration :
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Facet blocks of nerve branches
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Intrathecal injections
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Peripheral nerve blocks (Arnold, ...)
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Stellar blocks
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Intra-articular blocks (hip, ...)
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Augmentative procedures (GelStix, ...)
Instructions:
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Same-day driving ban
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6 hours fast for solids
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Fasting 4 hours for liquids (2 hours for water)
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No smoking within 4 hours
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Check your medication list
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Report any fever or problem that has arisen since the consultation
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Do not wear jewelry
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Review informed consent
Invasive examinations :
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Epidurography
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Radiculography
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Myelography
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Discography
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Lumbar puncture
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Facet arthrography
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Peripheral arthrography (hip, ...)
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