"unnatural" according to supporters of natural childbirth
increased rate of forceps delivery, but this may be a result of the anaesthetic action on the pelvic musculature or a function of the condition for which the anaesthetic is used
reduced blood pressure must be managed with fluids, can be profound in some cases due to loss of sympathetic tone
accidental dural puncture: can cause severe headaches in some
epidural haematoma may develop secondary to a bloody tap
Annotations allow you to add information to this page that would be handy to have on hand during a consultation. E.g. a website or number. This information will always show when you visit this page.