Bedside Ultrasound for the Evaluation of Epidural Hematoma After Infant Lumbar Puncture

Conclusions Epidural hematomas are frequent after LP. Perceived trauma during LP and CSF RBC counts are not adequate predictors of EH formation. Point-of-care US may be a valuable adjunct to help guide subsequent needle insertions sites for repeat attempts after an unsuccessful LP.
Source: Pediatric Emergency Care - Category: Emergency Medicine Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research