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Start Here
My Story
About Me
My Care Team
Procedures
Testing
Nerve Block
Laparoscopic Release
Open Ganglionectomy
Celiac Artery Bypass
TPN
Recovery
Zebra
Life After MALs
Dr Kurtis Kim Interview
Links
Videos
Soundtrack to My Recovery
Contact

Celiac Plexus Nerve Block

Syringe with a needle and vaccine vials on a blue background.

Celiac Plexus Block

The celiac nerve block, is commonly used during evaluation of MALS to help determine whether the patient’s pain is coming from the irritated nerves around the celiac artery.

It is both:

A diagnostic tool & sometimes a temporary treatment.

What is the celiac plexus?

Nerves

The celiac plexus is a dense bundle of nerves located deep in the upper abdomen near:

The celiac artery, aorta, & diaphragm

These nerves carry pain signals from:

Stomach
Liver
Pancreas
Spleen
Small intestine

Compression

In MALS, the ligament can compress:

The artery itself
The surrounding nerve plexus

Many specialists believe the nerve irritation is a major source of symptoms.

First time eating with no pain

This website reflects personal experiences and is NOT intended to replace professional medical advice.

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