Major complications following central neuraxial block - A multi-centre observational study in Maharashtra (MGMM CNB Study).

Background And Aims: Major complications of central neuraxial block (CNB) are rare and their incidence in India is not known. This information is essential for explaining risk and medico-legal concerns. The present multi-centre study in Maharashtra was conducted to provide insight into the characteristics of rare complications following this popular anaesthetic technique.

Major neurological complications following central neuraxial blockade - A multicentre pilot study in Aurangabad city (MGMA CNB Study).

Background And Aims: Incidence of major neurological complications following central neuraxial blockade (CNB) in India is not known. This information is essential for explaining risk preoperatively to patients and for medico-legal purposes. This study was undertaken to assess feasibility (recruitment process, protocol adherence, resources mobilisation, data management and evaluation of scientific outcome) for planning multicentric studies on major neurological complications following CNB at state/national level.