Chinese medical journal
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Chinese medical journal · Oct 2020
ReviewPotential impact of epidural labor analgesia on the outcomes of neonates and children.
This review summarizes recent evidences regarding the potential influences of epidural labor analgesia (ELA) on the outcomes of neonates and children. Terms and relevant words including "ELA," "ELA and neonatal outcomes," "ELA and children's development," and "ELA and children's neurocognitive development" were used to search articles published in PubMed database up to October 2019. Original articles and reviews regarding potential influences of ELA on neonates and children were identified. ⋯ These effects should be discussed with parturient women before making decisions. The potential harmful effects should be carefully managed. The overall impacts of ELA on neonatal and children's outcomes need to be studied further.