Transient involuntary movement disorder after spinal anesthesia: A case report
Giyoung Yun1, Eunsoo Kim1, Wangseok Do1
1Department of Anesthesia and Pain Medicine, Biomedical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Busan 49241, South Korea.
World Journal of Clinical Cases
|October 8, 2021
Summary
Involuntary leg movements are a rare complication following spinal anesthesia. This case study highlights a self-limiting movement disorder that resolved without intervention.
Area of Science:
- Anesthesiology
- Neurology
Background:
- Spinal anesthesia is a common anesthetic technique for various surgical procedures.
- While generally safe, rare complications can arise post-anesthesia.
- Involuntary movement is an exceptionally uncommon complication associated with spinal anesthesia.
