Journal of neurology, neurosurgery, and psychiatry
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J. Neurol. Neurosurg. Psychiatr. · May 2008
Randomized Controlled TrialEpidural blood patch in post dural puncture headache: a randomised, observer-blind, controlled clinical trial.
To determine the efficacy of epidural blood patch (EDBP) for the treatment of post dural puncture headache (PDPH). ⋯ EDBP is an effective treatment for PDPH. It offers complete resolution of symptoms in a large proportion of patients. In the remaining patients, it reduces headache severity and allows them to return to their everyday activities.