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Noun
epidural anesthesia
epidural anaesthesia
epidural
Definition: 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
Definition: An injection of anaesthetic into the epidural space of the spine, especially associated with pain relief during childbirth.
Adjective
Definition: Situated on or outside the dura mater.