Guidelines for Management of Post-Procedural Headache after Epidural Use

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Although uncommon, severe headaches, neck sitffness, and other symptoms may occur after epidural procedures (lumbar puncture). Join host, Geoff Wall, as he evaluates new guidelines for the management of these symptoms
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Post procedural headache can be severe and last up to two weeks or longer. Management includes standard pain medications but may require caffeine or application of a blood patch to prevent dural leak.
Host
Geoff Wall, PharmD, BCPS, FCCP, BCGP
Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Drake University
Internal Medicine/Critical Care, UnityPoint Health
Reference
Uppal V, Russell R, Sondekoppam R, et al. Consensus Practice Guidelines on Postdural Puncture Headache From a Multisociety, International Working Group: A Summary Report. JAMA Netw Open. 2023;6(8):e2325387. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2023.25387
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2808365

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CPE Information

Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1. Discuss with patients the risk factors and symptoms of post-procedural headache
2. Discuss pain management strategies for post-procedural headache
0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-23-301-H01-P
Initial release date: 9/18/2023
Expiration date: 9/18/2024
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Chapters

1. Guidelines for Management of Post-Procedural Headache after Epidural Use (00:00:00)

2. Management Guidelines for Post Procedural Headaches (00:00:08)

3. Prevention and Treatment of Post-Procedural Headache (00:06:59)

4. Treatment Options for Persistent Post-Procedural Headaches (00:17:18)