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Question: catheter removal after 3 years

jean123 - Thu May 24, 2007 10:38 pm

I had an epidural for a c-section 3 years ago and the catheter became detached from the tube after the 3rd day. Then it was forgotten--until this year when I really started wondering what the bump on my back was.

How complicated is the removal going to be? Because it involves my spine, I'm very concerned. Has the catheter already become one with my body? Or does this sound like a simple procedure?

I'm pregnant now and will have to wait for at least 5 months before I see a surgeon, so that's why I'm asking first.

thanks!

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