scholarly journals Post - Spinal Anesthesia Headache Treatment: a literature review

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gabriel Aranha Sousa Maués ◽  
Rafaela Seixas Pinho ◽  
Aline Cristine Passos de Souza

Background: Post-spinal anesthesia headache is a common complication of this procedure due to the loss of cerebrospinal fluid through the puncture orifice. Resolution may be spontaneous or require interventions such as presented in this study. Objective: To address the most relevant and current aspects of post-spinal anesthesia headache treatment. Methods: Literature review based on Pubmed, Scielo and Google Scholar databases, having as inclusion criteria articles of great published in English, Portuguese and Spanish in the period 2016 to 2021 and exclusion criteria articles published outside that period. Results: Post-spinal anesthesia headache or post-dural puncture headache (DPC) is divided into disabling headache and non-disabling headache in order to guide its management. In non-disabling headache, analgesics, caffeine and hydration are used. In disabling headache, blood-patching can be performed from the injection of autologous blood in the epidural space in order to buffer the puncture hole. In addition to this technique, there is the blockade of the sphenuous- palatine ganglion, which is performed by applying 5% lidocaine with the aid of a swab, introduced perpendicularly to the nasopharynx, where the sphenuous ganglion is located – palatine ,inhibiting vasodilation from the blockage of parasympathetic transmission and thus decreasing the intensity of headache, considering the approachless invasive and with fewer complications, but that needs to be better studied for its application. Conclusion: The treatment of mistraining cppd from conservative to more invasive procedures and with a higher risk of complications. Due to the above, studies should be encouraged to expand the therapeutic arsenal of this disabling headache.

Author(s):  
Sumaya Syed ◽  
Nargis Qayoom ◽  
Shazia Naaz ◽  
Khalida Mushtaq ◽  
Aabid Hussain Mir ◽  
...  

Background: The use of neuraxial anesthesia for caesarean section has dramatically increased in last 2 decades because it is easier to perform, safe to the mother and the fetus, and has a high degree of success rate. However, post-dural puncture headache is a well-known complication of spinal anesthesia. It is a common and incapacitating compliation following dura-arachnoid puncture and results in increased morbidity, prolonged hospital stay, increased cost, and patient dissatisfaction.Methods: It was a double-blinded comparative study conducted on 75 consecutive pregnant patients meeting the inclusion criteria of the study. Patient and anesthesiologist involved in collection of data were blinded to the gauge of the needle used. Standard anesthesia protocol was followed in all the patients and spinal anesthesia performed using 25G Quincke needle in 38 patients and 27G Quincke needle in 37 patients.Results: we included 75 consecutive patients in the age group 20-35 years in the study. Overall incidence of PDPH was 14.67% (11/75) in present study. 23.68% (9/38) and 5.4% (2/37) patients who received spinal anesthesia with 25G and 27G needles respectively developed PDPH. Difference was statistically insignificant.Conclusions: The incidence of PDPH was less in patients who underwent caesarean section under spinal anesthesia with 27G needle compared to that of patients in whom block was performed using 25G needles. However, there was no definite advantage of 27G Quincke needle over 25G Quincke needle as far as the incidence of PDPH is concerned.


2013 ◽  
Vol 18 (6) ◽  
pp. 100-105 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mariana de Aguiar Bulhões Galvão ◽  
Gladys Cristina Dominguez ◽  
Sérgio Thomaz Tormin ◽  
Alex Akamine ◽  
André Tortamano ◽  
...  

INTRODUCTION: Moyers analysis is widely used for analyzing mixed dentition, however, the accuracy of its theoretical probability tables has been recently questioned. Taking into consideration the fact the mixed dentition analysis is of paramount importance to precisely determine the space needed for alignment of canines and premolars, this research aimed at objectively assessing in the literature such an important step for orthodontic diagnosis. METHODS: A computerized search involving articles published on PubMed and Lilacs between 1990 and September, 2011 was conducted in accordance with the method described in the Cochrane 5.1.0 handbook. RESULTS: The research resulted in a sample composed of 629 articles. The inclusion criteria were: Articles using the Moyers analysis with a sample greater or equal to 40 patients. Conversely, the exclusion criteria were: Dental casts of patients with syndromes or oral cleft, researches conducted with a literature review, only, or clinical case reports and researches conducted before 1990. For this systematic review, 19 articles were selected. CONCLUSION: Based on the literature available, we can conclude that the Moyers mixed dentition analysis must be carefully used, since the majority of the articles analyzed showed that the probability of 75% was not as accurate as expected, leading to the need of adapting the probability levels depending on the study population.


2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (7) ◽  
pp. 554-559
Author(s):  
Mehmet Tercan ◽  
Tuğba Bingöl Tanrıverdi ◽  
Gülçin Patmano ◽  
Ahmet Atlas ◽  
Ahmet Kaya ◽  
...  

Objective: Post-dural puncture headache (PDPH) is one of the most important complications after spinal anesthesia. This study aimed to investigate the effect of the sagittal or transverse application of 25-gauge Quincke spinal needle on PDPH development in patients undergoing cesarean section. Material and Methods: A total of 295 patients with a planned cesarean section between the ages of 18-40 years with an American Society of Anesthesiologists score of 1 or 2 were included in the study. For the spinal intervention, 25-gauge Quincke spinal needle was used in all patients. Patients were included in one of two groups according to the spinal needle cutting direction of the dura mater fibers as sagittal (parallel to dura mater fibers, Group S; n=145) or transverse group (perpendicular to dura mater fibers, Group T; n=150). Results: PDPH developed in 27 (9.2%) patients. Patients in Group T had significant higher ratio of PDPH compared to patients in Group S (16% vs. 2.1%, p<0.001). Additionally, patients with PDPH had a significantly higher frequency of ≥2 spinal puncture attempts compared to patients without PDPH (22.2% vs. 4.5%, p=0.003). Multivariate logistic regression analysis demonstrated that transverse needle direction (OR: 11.40, 95% CI: 2.73-34.71; p<0.001) and ≥2 spinal puncture attempts (OR: 9.73, 95% CI: 3.13-41.55; p<0.001) and were independent predictors for PDPH development. Conclusion: Transverse insertion of the 25-gauge Quincke needle into spinal cord fibers and repeated interventions are independently associated with the development of PDPH in cesarean section patients undergoing spinal anesthesia


2020 ◽  
Vol 202 ◽  
pp. 05016
Author(s):  
Arum Siwiendrayanti ◽  
Sutrisno Anggoro ◽  
Nurjazuli Nurjazuli

Previous studies indicated that coastal areas are vulnerable for mosquito-borne diseases. Socio-economic limitations and tidal flooding result in sanitation problems for coastal settlements. Mangrove ecosystems grow on tropical and subtropical coastal areas which can be mosquito breeding and resting places. This study aimed to explore the evidence of the contribution of mangrove ecosystem conditions to mosquito population through a literature review. Articles collection was done by using Scopus, SpringerLink and EBSCO databases. The inclusion criteria in selecting articles to be reviewed are publications in 2010-2020 and containing the words "mangrove" and "mosquito" in the tittle. The exclusion criteria were article in press status, review form (non-original research), retracted status, and the unrelated topics. It was obtained 6 articles that met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Evidence of the association between the dynamics of the mangrove ecosystem and mosquito density is inconsistent. Following future study is needed to confirm and clarify the results of this review, using methodologies and confounding controls that are appropriate both epidemiologically, spatially, and experimentally.


2021 ◽  
pp. 496-507
Author(s):  
Rifki S. Nompo ◽  
Andria Pragholapati ◽  
Angela L. Thome

Anxiety is a feeling of helplessness, and worry about things that are not clear, as well as a comprehensive feeling that something bad is going to happen. Anxiety is experienced subjectively and communicated interpersonally, at the same time feelings of anxiety are a necessary survival instinct. The Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) is a communicative approach employs a positive view of anxiety and how it can help shape life changes, and that is the topic of this article. This research method uses a Systematic Literature Review, investigating Garuda, Pubmed, ScienceDirect, and Proquest, using boolean for keyword neurolinguistics programming (NLP) and anxiety. The inclusion criteria used were Indonesian and English language articles written within the last 5 years (from 2015 until 2020). The exclusion criteria used by the article were abstract writing style, inaccessible, or lacking national accreditation. Articles were tested with Critical Appraisal Tools. The studies indicate that good communication using NLP can help reduce anxiety and can promote changes in a person’s behavior patterns. There are several NLP techniques including sensory acuity, reframing, anchoring, rapport, and pacing, and leading. NLP can improve knowledge, skills and attitudes, communication skills, self-management, mental health, reduce work stress, and self-efficacy.   Keywords: Anxiety, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, NLP


2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 14-20
Author(s):  
Niroj Hirachan

Introductions: Spinal anesthesia is a safe and acceptable technique for patients undergoing caesarean section because it provides both excellent analgesia and muscle relaxation. Post Dural Puncture Headache (PDPH) is frequently reported complication after spinal anesthesia. This study evaluates the incidence of PDPH following early mobilization and recumbency after caesarean section. Methods: This prospective, randomized comparative interventional study included 100 parturients women of age 18 to 45 years, ASA I and II, randomly divided into two groups – Ambulatory ‘A’ and Recumbent ‘R’. At the end of caesarean section, patients were advised to either lie in recumbent position for 24 hours or mobilize as soon as they become ambulatory after spinal aneshthesia. Occurrence of headache were recorded at 24 hours, 72 hours and 7th day. Software SPSS 16, chi-square test was used for proportions like incidence and severity of PDPH; p<0.05 was taken as significant. Results: The incidence of PDPH was statistically not different (p = 0.361) in Group R 8% (4 patients) and in Group A 6% (3 patients). In both the groups, the severity of headache was mild to moderate with only mild headaches in the Group A (p = 0.549). Conclusions: Early ambulation following spinal anesthesia for caesarean section did not increase the incidence of PDPH in parturients.  


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