Abstract:Epidural catheters are seldom challenging to remove from patients. The occurrence of knotting in an epidural catheter, resulting in entrapment, is an uncommon complication of epidural catheterization. There is the risk of significant morbidity with a retained catheter, with the potential for infection or nerve injury. This report describes the techniques used in a case where surgical removal of an entrapped epidural was required and discusses other potential strategies for the successful management of this typ… Show more
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