Epidural Anesthesia (Noun)
Meaning
Regional anesthesia resulting from injection of an anesthetic into the epidural space of the spinal cord; sensation is lost in the abdominal and genital and pelvic areas; used in childbirth and gynecological surgery.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Epidural anesthesia was administered to the patient to reduce pain during the cesarean section.
- The expectant mother opted for epidural anesthesia to manage her labor pain during childbirth.
- In this type of regional anesthesia, epidural anesthesia blocks the transmission of pain signals to the brain from the lower body.
- To minimize discomfort during the surgery, the anesthesiologist recommended epidural anesthesia for the patient undergoing a hysterectomy.
- During labor, the doctor explained the benefits and risks of epidural anesthesia to the patient before administering it.