This video explores the steps to receiving an epidural. An epidural is an anesthetic used to provide pain relief to the lower regions of the body, most commonly administered during childbirth. They are beneficial in situations where patients are required to be conscious during the operation and to avoid risks associated with general anesthesia. Epidurals are generally safe for the mother and baby, but with any medical procedure, it may come with certain risks. Get ready to feel more prepared in just under a minute! See our infographic online at tinyurl.com/bdwxvx5h!

This video was made by McMaster University students Alicia Wong, Hannah Butterworth, Mathusha Jegatheeswaran, and Teia Radut in collaboration with the Demystifying Medicine McMaster Program.

This video is provided for general and educational information only. Please consult your health care provider for information about your health.

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Halliday, L., Nelson, S. M., & Kearns, R. J. (2022). Epidural analgesia in labor: A narrative review. International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics, 159(2), 356-364. doi.org/10.1002/ijgo.14175

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