Publications by authors named "Melanie Joyce Rehli"
BMJ Case Rep
December 2023
Article Synopsis
- Epidural anaesthesia is commonly used for pain relief in major surgeries, with serious complications like spinal haematoma being rare in low-risk patients.*
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- The case discussed involves an uncommon subdural haematoma following challenging placement of an epidural catheter, with the patient recovering without immediate surgical intervention.*
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- Awareness of spinal haematoma as a potential complication is crucial, and timely identification of symptoms like sensory or motor deficits is essential to prevent irreversible neurological damage.*
