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01-12-2011 | Letter to the Editor
Fatal bilateral subdural haematoma after epidural anaesthesia for pregnancy
Published in: Archives of Gynecology and Obstetrics | Issue 6/2011
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CSF leak after epidural anaesthesia should be suspected after persistent headaches, which are worse on standing, suggestive of low pressure and CSF overdrainage. Subdural haemorrhage after CSF leak is a recognised complication; if suspected a CT Brain should be performed. An epidural blood-patch, and if necessary haematoma evacuation, can help prevent an unfortunate and tragic outcome.