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Definition of Epidural anesthesia
1. Noun. 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.
Exact synonyms: Epidural, Epidural Anaesthesia
Generic synonyms: Regional Anaesthesia, Regional Anesthesia
Generic synonyms: Regional Anaesthesia, Regional Anesthesia