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Epidural Abscess Following Continuous Epidural Catheterization for the Management of Chronic Cancer Pain: A case report / 대한마취과학회지
Korean Journal of Anesthesiology ; : 269-272, 2004.
Article in Korean | WPRIM | ID: wpr-187321
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Epidural abscess is a rare complication of epidural catheterization. Moreover, the early diagnosis of abscess may be difficult because of nonspecific symptoms and underlying painful disorder. It's outcome is strongly associated with the level of neurologic function at the time of diagnosis. We report the case of a cancer patient with diabetes mellitus, who developed an epidural abscess after 90 days of continuous epidural catheterization. In this case, the patient had no other neurologic symptom except for a tingling sensation in both legs, which recovered fully after surgery. This case demonstrates that the early diagnosis of epidural abscess and prompt surgical procedures are important, and can result in a good neurologic outcome.
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Full text: Available Index: WPRIM (Western Pacific) Main subject: Sensation / Catheterization / Epidural Abscess / Early Diagnosis / Diabetes Mellitus / Diagnosis / Abscess / Catheters / Leg / Neurologic Manifestations Type of study: Diagnostic study / Screening study Limits: Humans Language: Korean Journal: Korean Journal of Anesthesiology Year: 2004 Type: Article

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Full text: Available Index: WPRIM (Western Pacific) Main subject: Sensation / Catheterization / Epidural Abscess / Early Diagnosis / Diabetes Mellitus / Diagnosis / Abscess / Catheters / Leg / Neurologic Manifestations Type of study: Diagnostic study / Screening study Limits: Humans Language: Korean Journal: Korean Journal of Anesthesiology Year: 2004 Type: Article