This review article describes the development of the use of ultrasound guidance for neuraxial blocks in obstetric anesthesia. Current evidence of the clinical utility and application, basic lumbar spine sonoanatomy and practical clinical approach of the ultrasound-guided technique for neuraxial blocks are presented and discussed. Suggested curriculum is intended to prepare anesthesiology residents for application of ultrasound guidance in epidural analgesia and obstetric anesthesia. Keywords:

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... trasound for epidural analgesia, Ultrasound guidance for obstetric analgesia and anesthesia, Ultrasound for neuraxial blocks, Teaching of ultrasound imaging and technical skills in anesthesiology, Role of ultrasound in regional anesthesia.