Hematoma epidural espinal postquirúrgico

  1. Valverde García, José Antonio
Journal:
Revista española de cirugía osteoarticular

ISSN: 0304-5056

Year of publication: 2003

Volume: 38

Issue: 214

Pages: 91-94

Type: Article

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Abstract

Epidural hematoma is a rare but know complication of spinal surgery. It should be suspected in the patient who demonstrates a new postoperative neurologic deficits. It is important to diagnose an epidural hematoma as soon as posible to prevent the morbidity associated with it. The critical factors for recovery after spinal epidural hematoma are the level of preoperative neurological déficit and the operative interval.