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Curr Pain Headache Rep · Aug 2020
ReviewComplications of Fluoroscopically Guided Cervical Interlaminar Epidural Steroid Injections.
- Andrew Chang and Dajie Wang.
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA, USA.
- Curr Pain Headache Rep. 2020 Aug 26; 24 (10): 63.
Purpose Of ReviewCervical interlaminar epidural steroid injection is a common intervention in the management of cervical radiculitis. Given the large number of injections done annually, it is important to assess the potential complications associated with this procedure.Recent FindingsBased on current published studies, the overall complication rate varies. The vast majority are minor complications. However, this review also identified potentially catastrophic complications following cervical interlaminar epidural steroid injections. Based upon our review, cervical epidural steroid injection is considered a safe intervention. Nevertheless, catastrophic complications such as spinal cord injuries from needle placement, infections, and epidural hematoma can occur. It is prudent to take appropriate measures to minimize these complications.
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