Rupture of an epidural filter connector during bolus administration of local anesthetic: a case report

Rupture of an epidural filter connector during bolus administration of local anesthetic: a case report

Abstract Background Epidural catheters are routinely placed for many surgical procedures and to treat various pain conditions. Known complications arising from epidural catheter equipment malfunction include epidural pump failure, epidural catheter shearing, epidural catheter connector failure, epid...

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Main Authors: Daniel A. Nahrwold, Aaron R. Muncey, Nasrin N. Aldawoodi, Raymond M. Evans, Jamie P. Hoffman
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-05-01
Series:BMC Anesthesiology
Subjects:
Epidural catheter
Filter connector
Equipment
Local anesthetic
Pressure
Safety
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12871-021-01372-z

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