Prevalence and Risk Factors of Deep Spinal Infection after Single-Shot Epidural Injections: A Nationwide Cohort Study of 3.8 Million Pain Outpatients

Key Points

• The study aims to evaluate the prevalence and risk factors associated with deep spinal infection after epidural injections.
• Nationwide cohort analysis of 3.8 million pain outpatients
• Focus on patients receiving single-shot epidural injections
• Assessment of demographic and health-related factors
• Deep spinal infection was reported as a rare complication after the injections
• Higher risks identified in older patients and those with comorbidities
• Importance of careful patient selection emphasized to prevent severe outcomes