Spontaneous epidural hematoma of the spine in pregnancy.
Spontaneous spinal epidural hematomas are uncommon. Progressive neurologic deficits that are associated with epidural hematomas can develop rapidly and require prompt treatment. We present a case of spontaneous epidural hematoma of the thoracic spine that complicated a term pregnancy.
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Ashley S
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Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Center for Research in Women's Health, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL, USA. Ashley.case@obgyn.uab.edu
Ramsey
Patrick S
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D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D046748:Hematoma, Epidural, Spinal / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007796:Laminectomy; D008279:Magnetic Resonance Imaging; D011247:Pregnancy; D011248:Pregnancy Complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery*; D013117:Spinal Cord Compression / Q000209:etiology