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KMID : 0388720130200020067
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Journal of Korean Society of Spine Surgery
2013 Volume.20 No. 2 p.67 ~ p.70
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Huge Epidural Hematoma after Epidural Neurolysis using NaviCath®
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Kang Kyu-Bok
Lee Jae-Do
Seo Mn-Jeong
Kim Young-Bae
Park Sung-Bum
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Abstract
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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®.
Materials and Methods: A 67-year-old male with normal serum coagulation parameter experienced excruciating back and leg pains after neurolysis using NaviCath®.
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® to avoid the epidural hematoma. Surgical treatment is an effective option to resolve the spinal epidural hematoma.
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KEYWORD
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Nerve Block, NaviCath®, Epidural hematoma, Laminectomy
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