Echogenic nerve block apparatus and system

摘要

ECHOGENIC NERVE BLOCK APPARATUS AND SYSTEM An apparatus for performing a nerve block procedure, the apparatus comprising an echogenic needle (10, 22) and an echogenic catheter (100) configured for introduction through the needle and for controlled delivery of a medication. The echogenic catheter (100) is composed of an elongated tubular member (102) and an echogenic catheter tip (108). The echogenic catheter tip (108) comprises an echogenic insert or plug (120).