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epidural 1. upon or outside the dura mater 2. a. injection of anaesthetic into the space outside the dura mater enveloping the spinal cord b. anaesthesia induced by this method epidural [¦ep·ə¦du̇r·əl] (anatomy) Located on or over the dura mater. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Administering an epidural block doubles the risk that the woman will die; "anesthesia complications" are documented as one of the leading causes of maternal mortality in the US. Epidural blocks and pain-management treatments are available. The department's investigation was prompted by a lawsuit filed by Medi-Cal patient Ozzie Chavez, who claims that anesthesiologist Lori Berke refused to administer an epidural block last July despite Chavez's offer to pay by check or credit card. |
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