Abstract:
The deepening of studies in animal anatomy is essential for the veterinary doctor to develop the
skill of recognizing small-sized anatomical structures, such as peripheral nerves, which are
fundamental for the precise execution of anesthetic and surgical procedures. This study aims to
analyze the importance of anatomical description applied to distal peripheral nerve blocks in cattle,
addressing the thoracic and pelvic limbs, and to discuss how the lack of this information can
compromise the precision and efficacy of anesthetic techniques in the field. It also aims to describeand topographically reference the distal peripheral nerves of the thoracic and pelvic limbs in cattle,
emphasizing their importance for the clinical application of perineural analgesia. Anatomical
specimens fixed using the modified Larssen technique and the traditional 10% formaldehyde
technique were utilized, allowing for the comparison of tissue preservation and facilitating
dissection and anatomical documentation. The analysis demonstrated that the lack of objective and
applied anatomical information can compromise the precision and efficacy of blocks under field
conditions. As a final product, a technical guide was prepared, based on the topographic relationship
between nerves and block points. The study contributes significantly to clinical practice, improving
safety, efficacy, and animal welfare.
