Foot drop after spinal anaesthesia: A rare complication
2011
Foot Drop After Spinal Anaesthesia: A Rare Complication
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Nirmala BC Kumari Gowri
Primary Institution: MVJ Medical College and Research Hospital
Conclusion
The patient experienced a right-sided foot drop following spinal anaesthesia, but showed complete recovery after treatment.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had a jerky reaction and complained of paraesthesia and pain during the spinal anaesthesia.
- Postoperatively, she was diagnosed with right-sided foot drop and started on steroids and NSAIDs.
- Magnetic resonance imaging showed no abnormality.
- She had partial recovery after 4 weeks and complete recovery after 8 weeks.
Takeaway
One patient had trouble moving her foot after getting a spinal injection, but she got better with treatment.
Methodology
The patient underwent spinal anaesthesia for a laparoscopic procedure and was monitored postoperatively for neurological symptoms.
Limitations
The case report is based on a single patient, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A healthy 28-year-old adult female.
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