Unforeseen Complications: Cauda Equina Syndrome After Vaginoplasty Combined With Epidural Analgesia
1Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, HUS Helsinki University Hospital Helsinki Finland.
Abstract:
This case describes the first postoperative complication of cauda equina syndrome following gender affirmation surgery. Postoperatively, an epidural catheter was placed for pain management. Despite its intended benefits, the patient developed symptoms of cauda equina syndrome, a rare but serious neurological condition possibly related to epidural anesthesia and lithotomy position.
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