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01-07-2011 | Case Report

Spontaneous cervical epidural hematoma during pregnancy: case report and literature review

Authors: Peng Wang, Xiao-tang Xin, Hai Lan, Cong Chen, Bo Liu

Published in: European Spine Journal | Special Issue 2/2011

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Spontaneous spinal epidural hematoma (SSEH) during pregnancy is rare and may result in permanent damage if not promptly treated. There were few studies discussing the etiology, presentation and treatment of SSEH during pregnancy. The authors describe a case of spontaneous cervical epidural hematoma during pregnancy, which was diagnosed by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and managed with surgical evacuation. A retrospective review of a case of spontaneous epidural hematoma of spine during pregnancy was performed. The clinical features, diagnoses, treatments and outcomes of all cases were analyzed. Precise diagnosis without delay and rapid surgical treatment are essential for the management of SSEH during pregnancy.

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Title: Spontaneous cervical epidural hematoma during pregnancy: case report and literature review
Authors: Peng Wang
Xiao-tang Xin
Hai Lan
Cong Chen
Bo Liu
Publication date: 01-07-2011
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: European Spine Journal / Issue Special Issue 2/2011
Print ISSN: 0940-6719
Electronic ISSN: 1432-0932
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00586-010-1484-9

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