JDDG: Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft | 2021
Use of local anesthetics with an epinephrine additive on fingers and penis – dogma and reality
Abstract
Epinephrine supplements in local anesthetics are regularly used for surgery in areas with terminal vessels. According to the pharmaceutical guidelines, the use of epinephrine as an additive to local anesthetics is contraindicated for these areas. This review provides an overview of the current scientific data as well as new clinical developments in various fields. It also reviews the current legal situation.