Learning objectives
At the end of the session, the trainee will be able to:
- Define the Subtenon block and its purpose.
- List the indications and contraindications for the block.
- Narrate the role of ophthalmic paramedic in assisting/performing subtenon.
- Explain the method of giving subtenon block.
- List the
unexpected complications, causes and management.
About this course
In sub-Tenon’s block, local anaesthetic agent is injected under the Tenon’s capsule. This block is also known as parabulbar block. Most of the patients undergoing cataract / Glaucoma surgery are mostly elderly and children. So the paramedic/ophthalmologist should be very compassionate and careful while administering or assisting for sub tenon block procedure. This session will provide
the purpose, patient preparation, and method of administering the block in simple language and informative slides.
