Huge Epidural Hematoma after Epidural Neurolysis using NaviCath(R)
Journal of Korean Society of Spine Surgery
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: 67-70, 2013.
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in Korean
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| ID: wpr-75300
ABSTRACT
STUDY DESIGN:
Case report.OBJECTIVES:
To report a huge epidural hematoma after epidural neurolysis. SUMMARY OF LITERATURE REVIEW No complications have been reported regarding to hematoma formations after neurolysis using NaviCath(R). MATERIAL ANDMETHODS:
A 67-year-old male with normal serum coagulation parameter experienced excruciating back and leg pains after neurolysis using NaviCath(R).RESULTS:
After performing prompt multilevel laminotomy with hematoma evacuation, the patient recovered from pains without any neurological sequelae.CONCLUSIONS:
It is important to be cautious while performing neurolysis with NaviCath(R) to avoid the epidural hematoma. Surgical treatment is an effective option to resolve the spinal epidural hematoma.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Hematoma, Epidural, Spinal
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Hematoma
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Laminectomy
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Leg
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Nerve Block
Limits:
Humans
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Male
Language:
Korean
Journal:
Journal of Korean Society of Spine Surgery
Year:
2013
Type:
Article
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