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Review
. 2019 Dec;46(4):731-743.
doi: 10.1016/j.clp.2019.08.007. Epub 2019 Aug 15.

Epidural and Spinal Anesthesia for Newborn Surgery

Emmett E Whitaker  1 , Robert K Williams  2
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Epidural and Spinal Anesthesia for Newborn Surgery

Emmett E Whitaker et al. Clin Perinatol. 2019 Dec.

Abstract

Neuraxial (spinal and epidural) anesthesia has become commonplace in the care of neonates undergoing surgical procedures. These techniques afford many benefits, and, when properly performed, are extremely safe. This article reviews the benefits, risks, and applications of neuraxial anesthesia in neonates.

Keywords: Caudal; Epidural; Neonate; Pediatric anesthesia; Regional anesthesia; Spinal.

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