Safety of Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia Performed by Emergency Physicians: A Systematic Review of Adverse Events

Ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia (USGRA) for pain management has become increasingly prevalent in Emergency Medicine, with studies noting excellent pain control while sparing opioid use. However, USGRA use may be hampered by concern about risks for patient harm. This systematic review quantifies the documented incidence of adverse events associated with USGRA by Emergency Physicians (EPs).