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Low Back Pain in Pregnancy: Investigations, Management, and Role of Neuraxial Analgesia and Anaesthesia: A Systematic Review

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Low back pain (LBP) is commonly experienced during pregnancy and is often poorly managed. There is much ambiguity in diagnostic work-up, appropriate management and decision-making regarding the use of neuraxial analgesia and anaesthesia during labour and delivery in these patients. This systematic review summarises the evidence regarding investigations, management strategies and considerations around performing neuraxial blocks for …

Authors

Sehmbi H; D'Souza R; Bhatia A

Journal

Gynecologic and Obstetric Investigation, Vol. 82, No. 5, pp. 417–436

Publisher

Karger Publishers

Publication Date

2017

DOI

10.1159/000471764

ISSN

0378-7346