Fevers following an epidural

From: CNMPAT@aol.com
Tue Apr 16 13:11:03 1996


Can anyone cite some references or personal experiences related to: The onset of maternal temperature following the administration of epidural anesthesia. These were in women without a fever, without other SS infection, and with less than 12 hours ROM. Within an hour of the epidural, the mom had a fever of >100.5> Of course, this leads one down the rosy path of antibiotics and septic workup for the baby. If others experience this, what do you think is the causative factor? Any articles/references to this topic would be much appreciated. It seems to be a trend at our hospital, and not just with my clients. Could it be the Fentanyl?

Pat Sonnenstuhl, CNM,ARNP,RH South Sound Nurse Midwives Olympia, WA, USA cnmpat@aol.com

April 16, 1996





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