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Knobology in Regional Anaesthesia

Vasyl Katerenchuk1†, Ana Duarte2, Filipe Pissarra3

1Anaesthetic Resident, Unidade Local de Saúde da Arrábida, Portugal

2Anaesthetic Resident, Unidade Local de Saúde de São José, Portugal

3Anaesthetic Consultant, Unidade Local de Saúde de São José, Portugal

Edited by: Dr Gillian Foxall

†Corresponding author email: vasylktr@gmail.com

DOI: 10.28923/atotw.552

Published July 29, 2025

Abstract

Knobology refers to the skilful use of ultrasound features that affect image quality and needle visibility. A comprehensive understanding of these functions can lead to the acquisition of higher-quality images, thereby improving safety and enhancing the effectiveness of procedures.

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