More portable ultrasound machines delivered

Our young anesthetists in Ukraine are delighted with the delivery of two fully operational portable ultrasound probes and the corresponding iPads. I have already reported elsewhere on how our colleagues are constantly training themselves and others to use more and more regional anaesthesia. These anaesthesia procedures are applied using ultrasound and are a highly effective and resource-saving method of pain relief. However, there is an acute shortage of suitable needles (ultrasound-compatible, without stimulation). The needles cost €8 each, and even more if equipped with a catheter. With more than 200 treatments a month on site, we can hardly afford this on our own. That's why I'm asking my professional colleagues among my contacts in particular to help us with donations in kind or money so that we can maintain anaesthesia for seriously injured people in Ukraine! Thank you!