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[Technical difficulties in epidural blocks and spinal bleeding complications].

S Nava1, L Rossignoli, V Tagariello

  • 1Servizio Anestesia e Rianimazione, Ospedale CTO, Rome, Italy. simonetta@tiscalinet.it

Minerva Anestesiologica
|January 30, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Neurological complications can arise from neuroaxial blocks, particularly with technical difficulties or anticoagulant use. Early detection and multidisciplinary care are crucial for managing these risks.

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Area of Science:

  • Anesthesiology
  • Neurology
  • Neurosurgery

Background:

  • Neuroaxial blocks are common procedures with potential neurological complications.
  • Technical difficulties during block placement can increase complication risks.
  • Co-administration of anticoagulants or antiplatelet agents requires careful consideration.

Observation:

  • Two clinical cases of severe neurological complications post-neuroaxial block are presented.
  • Case 1: An elderly female on anticoagulation developed spinal cord compression.
  • Case 2: An elderly male developed subarachnoid hemorrhage and spinal/epidural hematoma.

Findings:

  • Complications included spinal cord compression and spinal/epidural hematoma.
  • Mechanical trauma during catheter placement/removal and anticoagulant therapy were identified as contributing factors.

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  • NMR imaging was crucial for diagnosing spinal/epidural hematoma.

    • Implications:

    • Highlights the risks associated with neuroaxial blocks, especially in patients with bleeding diathesis or on antithrombotic therapy.
    • Emphasizes the need for multidisciplinary collaboration for prompt diagnosis and management of complications.
    • Underscores the importance of updated guidelines for central blocks in patients receiving anticoagulants.