Horner Syndrome After Epidural Catheter Placement in a 4-Month-Old Child

J Pediatr Ophthalmol Strabismus. 2018 Jan 31:55:e1-e3. doi: 10.3928/01913913-20170907-02.

Abstract

Although there are reports of iatrogenic Horner syndrome in the adult population, pediatric cases are rare. The current report presents a case of acquired Horner syndrome that occurred after an epidural catheter was placed for pain control. Horner syndrome completely resolved after removing the catheter and no imaging or further work-up was necessary. [J Pediatr Ophthalmol Strabismus. 2018;55:e1-e3.].

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Anesthesia, Epidural / adverse effects*
  • Anesthesia, Epidural / instrumentation
  • Catheterization / adverse effects*
  • Catheters / adverse effects*
  • Child, Preschool
  • Device Removal
  • Female
  • Horner Syndrome / diagnosis
  • Horner Syndrome / etiology*
  • Horner Syndrome / therapy
  • Humans
  • Iatrogenic Disease
  • Pneumothorax / therapy*
  • Recovery of Function