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Re: Spinal Decompression & Fusion
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Re: Spinal Decompression & Fusion
by CCF NSG MD /gh, Jan 01, 1995 12:00AM
Posted By CCF NSG MD /gh on April 15, 1999 at 22:33:35
Topic Area: Spine
I am scheduled to have a spinal decompression & fusion (L5-S1) for
spondylolisthesis. After having a spinal fusion, is an epidural still
a possibility for pain management during labour?
Thank you for your assistance!
Dear BL,
The short answer is yes. The fusion you would have is lower than where they would put an epidural for labor, so there shouldn't be any troubles. Usually this isn't an issue as the typical patient that gets a fusion is older and past their years of having children.
If you have further questions, consult your physican about these concerns before going in to have the baby.
Good luck.
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Topic Area: Spine
I am scheduled to have a spinal decompression & fusion (L5-S1) for
spondylolisthesis. After having a spinal fusion, is an epidural still
a possibility for pain management during labour?
Thank you for your assistance!
Dear BL,
The short answer is yes. The fusion you would have is lower than where they would put an epidural for labor, so there shouldn't be any troubles. Usually this isn't an issue as the typical patient that gets a fusion is older and past their years of having children.
If you have further questions, consult your physican about these concerns before going in to have the baby.
Good luck.
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