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Recent clinical studies have demonstrated efficacy with minimal risks. The genicular nerve block has emerged recently as a technique with significant benefits useful in providing effective regional anesthesia during knee surgery.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Summary<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This narrative review explores the anatomy involved in knee surgery, anesthesia, clinical considerations, and potential benefits using an ultrasound guided genicular nerve block. 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