%0 Journal Article %T Teaching Corner: Regional anaesthesia for ophthalmic surgery %A R Tighe %A PI Burgess %A G Msukwa %J Malawi Medical Journal %D 2012 %I %X Performing safe and effective regional anaesthesia for ophthalmic surgery is an important skill for anaesthetic and ophthalmologic practitioners. Akinetic sharp-needle blocks are generally safe but rare, sight and life threatening complications occur. Sub-Tenon¡¯s block using a blunt canula provides akinesa and is a safer alternative but serious complications have been reported. This review provides an introduction to the relevant anatomy, local anaesthetic drugs and commonly used techniques and a practical guide to their safe performance. %U http://www.ajol.info/index.php/mmj/article/view/85670