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[Ambulatory lumbar myelography]

S O Laursen1, F O Petersen, M R Poulsen

  • 1Odense Universitetshospital, reumatologisk sektion af medicinsk afdeling C.

Ugeskrift for Laeger
|May 30, 1994
PubMed
Summary

Out-patient lumbar myelography is generally well-tolerated, but many patients report moderate to severe adverse reactions like headache and back pain. A significant number experience prolonged symptoms, with some requiring hospitalization and treatment.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Radiology
  • Pain Management

Background:

  • Lumbar myelography is a diagnostic procedure used for evaluating spinal conditions.
  • Understanding patient-reported adverse reactions is crucial for improving outpatient care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the incidence and severity of adverse reactions following outpatient lumbar myelography.
  • To identify common adverse events and their duration.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective study involving 74 consecutive out-patient lumbar myelography patients.
  • Self-reporting of adverse reactions by patients, including pain, nausea, and overall unpleasantness.
  • Tracking of symptom duration and hospital admissions due to adverse events.

Main Results:

  • 62% reported moderate to severe back pain, 40% leg pain, and 24% headache.
  • 47% experienced adverse reactions lasting four days or more.
  • 16% were hospitalized for severe reactions, with headache being most common; 9 received blood patches.

Conclusions:

  • While generally tolerated, outpatient lumbar myelography frequently leads to temporary, moderate to severe adverse reactions.
  • Immobilization during imaging may contribute to adverse events.
  • Patient-reported outcomes highlight the need for managing post-procedure symptoms.

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