[Post-lumbar puncture syndrome. Causes, prevention, treatments].
Spinal tape syndrome requires rapid diagnosis and adapted treatment. A relatively small diameter needle inserted parallel to the dura mata fibers is the best preventive measure. The ventral supine position for a few hours followed by a short walk is sufficient. Caffeine may also be prescribed and has been shown to be as effective orally or intravenously. For severe or persistent syndromes, the blood-patch is remarkably effective and simple to use.
Service de Neurologie 1, Hôpital del la Salpêtrière, Paris.
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D006261:Headache / Q000209:etiology* / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D013129:Spinal Puncture / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000379:methods