An epidural is an anesthetic delivered through a catheter (small tube) into a potential space outside the spinal cord called the epidural space. Using this catheter, we are able to infuse a solution ...

While complications like this lodged epidural catheter are rare [5], it can't be discounted. Everyone should know the benefits and risks of an epidural. If you would like to learn more ...

These aren't shortages of the drugs but of the catheters and other supplies used when medical professionals administer the epidural for pain relief. According to CBC, the shortage of epidural ...

Patients who have underlying emphysema have an epidural catheter placed before surgery and sometimes during the procedure. The operation for bleb resection can be done via mini-thoracotomy or ...