RT Journal
A1 HAMELBERG W, SIDDALL J, CLAASSEN L
T1 PErforation of dura by a plastic catheter during continuous caudal anesthesia
JF A.M.A. Archives of Surgery
JO A.M.A. Archives of Surgery
YR 1959
FD February 1
VO 78
IS 2
SP 357
OP 358
DO 10.1001/archsurg.1959.04320020179027
UL http://dx.doi.org/10.1001/archsurg.1959.04320020179027
AB Occasional perforation of the dura is a well-recognized possibility following the insertion of a needle into the caudal canal. Perforation of the dura by a plastic catheter passed through a needle in the caudal canal is rare. A review of the literature discloses several reports of dural perforation using malleable needles, but none following the use of a plastic catheter. The following is a case report of such an occurrence.Report of Case 
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