Table 1.

Epidural Lysis Immediate and Delayed Complications

Immediate Complication	Delayed Complication
Bleeding in the epidural space Bending of the tip of the needle Penetration of the dura Subdural insertion of the catheter Shearing of the catheter Difficulties with catheter manipulation Severe pain during injection Obstruction of the catheter Hypotension	Bleeding in the epidural space Delayed laceration of the dura Numbness in the dermatomal region Temporary paresthesia Permanent paresthesia Bowel and bladder dysfunction Sexual dysfunction Headache Infection at the site of penetration Epidural abscess Arachnoiditis Paraplegia