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The study aims to evaluate the prevalence and risk factors associated with deep spinal infection after epidural injections.

April 10, 2026

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

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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

Abstract

Although DSI after single-shot epidural injections is rare, its potential severity underscores the importance of careful patient selection and risk stratification, particularly in older patients, those with comorbidities or immunosuppression, and in procedures involving the lumbosacral level.

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Seungpyo Nam

Young Woong Choi

Dongwoo Kang

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Anesthesiology

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Seoul National University

Seoul National University Hospital

Hanmi Pharmaceutical (South Korea)

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