What is another word for regional anesthesia?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈiːd͡ʒənə͡l ˌanɪsθˈiːzi͡ə] (IPA) 
Regional anesthesia refers to the type of anesthesia that is used to numb a specific area of the body. There are several synonyms for regional anesthesia, which include local anesthesia, peripheral nerve block, and regional nerve block. Local anesthesia is commonly used for minor surgical procedures, such as dental procedures and skin biopsies. Peripheral nerve block involves injecting anesthetic medication around a specific nerve to numb a larger area of the body, such as the hand or the foot. Regional nerve block is used to numb a larger region of the body, such as the entire arm or leg. These synonyms help to describe the various types and levels of regional anesthesia that can be used in medical procedures.
