Title of article
HORNER’S SYNDROME AFTER LUMBAR EPIDURAL ANALGESIA DURING LABOR
Author/Authors
Al-Mustafa, Mahmoud M. University of Jordan - Jordan University Hospital - Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Jordan , Massad, Islam M. University of Jordan - Jordan University Hospital - Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Jordan , Al-Ghanem, Subhi M. University of Jordan - Jordan University Hospital - Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Jordan , Badran, Izdiad Z. University of Jordan - Jordan University Hospital - Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Jordan
From page
727
To page
730
Abstract
Horner’s syndrome is rarely reported after epidural analgesia during labor. The use of Top- Up local anesthetic for controlling labor pain in the first stage of labor, or to dense the block in caesarean deliveries can result in this complication. We reported a cases of Horner’s syndrome during epidural analgesia in labor in spite of not giving any Top-Up dose. The case was clinically evident and was successfully managed by stopping the epidural infusion, and reassuring the parturient as well as the family; until the disappearance of the signs and symptoms. The infusion was then restarted, delivery was uneventful and no consequent neurological or psychological problems were noticed after a one-month follow-up.
Journal title
Middle East Journal of Anesthesiology
Journal title
Middle East Journal of Anesthesiology
Record number
2635401
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