An Extensive Lumbar Epidural Block

Following lumbar epidural anaesthetic a 17-year-old primigravida developed a sensory block extending to C6 and a motor block affecting her legs, arms and intercostal muscles. The progression of clinical events suggests a subdural injection of bupivacaine.

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