Factors associated with epidural-related maternal fever in low-risk term women: a systematic review

Epidural-related maternal fever (ERMF) occurs in 15%-25% of laboring women after receiving neuraxial analgesia,1 and is associated with adverse maternal and neonatal consequences.2 –5While the exact mechanism of ERMF is not entirely understood, it is likely related to altered immunomodulation.6–7Maternal, obstetric, and analgesia factors4–5 may be associated with the development of ERMF and recognizing these factors will help target ERMF reduction in clinical practice.
Source: International Journal of Obstetric Anesthesia - Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Tags: Review Article Source Type: research