Going home after having an epidural or spinal

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Going home after having an epidural or spinal

This fact sheet explains what to expect after an epidural or spinal anaesthetic, including side effects and when to contact the hospital.

Organisation:: Royal Women's Hospital Victoria
Topic:: Health checks
Target audience:: Women
Service area:: VIC
Published:: May 2021
Last reviewed:: February 2025

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Going home after having an epidural or spinal

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