Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Epidural Anesthesia

Procedure in which an anesthetic is injected into the epidural space.

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

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Abstract

Procedure in which an anesthetic is injected into the epidural space.

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Synonyms

11 entry terms
  • Anesthesia, Epidural
  • Anesthesia, Extradural
  • Anesthesia, Peridural
  • Anesthesias, Epidural
  • Anesthesias, Extradural
  • Anesthesias, Peridural
  • Epidural Anesthesias
  • Extradural Anesthesia
  • Extradural Anesthesias
  • Peridural Anesthesia
  • Peridural Anesthesias

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14 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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72(71)

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Previous Indexing

  • Anesthesia, Conduction (1966-1970)
  • Anesthesia, Obstetrical (1966-1970)

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  1. E03.155w.086w.131w

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WO 305

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Epidural Anesthesia. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D000767. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D000767
  2. Epidural Anesthesia. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epidural_administration
  3. Epidural Anesthesia. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q841215