Iatrogenic spinal subdural haematoma.
Spinal subdural haematoma is a rare condition, usually seen in association with lumbar puncture or a bleeding disorder. It carries a high morbidity and mortality, and successful treatment requires prompt surgical intervention. We present a case of mixed spinal subarachnoid and subdural haemorrhage complicating failed spinal anaesthesia combined with anti-coagulation in an elderly woman, together with a review of the literature.
Bills
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Neurosurgical Clinic, Royal Adelaide Hospital, South Australia.
Blumbergs
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North
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D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D000767:Anesthesia, Epidural / Q000009:adverse effects; D005260:Female; D006408:Hematoma, Subdural / Q000209:etiology* / Q000473:pathology; D006801:Humans; D007049:Iatrogenic Disease; D013118:Spinal Cord Diseases / Q000209:etiology* / Q000473:pathology; D013129:Spinal Puncture / Q000009:adverse effects*