Epidural analgesia allows for excellent pain management, has been used for over 50 years in obstetrical care, and has a strong record of safety for both mother and baby. You should speak with your anesthesiologist and feel comfortable that YOU understand the procedure, risks, benefits and alternatives to your situation, and that your questions have been answered. Your care team will monitor your blood pressure and your baby's heart tones before, during and after your epidural just as they would in the normal course of your labor.
Epidural analgesia allows for excellent pain management, has been
used for over 50 years in obstetrical care, and has a strong record
of safety for both mother and baby. You should speak with your
anesthesiologist and feel comfortable that...
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American Society of Anesthesiologists answered:Epidural analgesia allows for excellent pain management, has been used for over 50 years in obstetrical care, and has a strong record of safety for both mother and baby. You should speak with your anesthesiologist and feel comfortable that YOU understand the procedure, risks, benefits and alternatives to your situation, and that your questions have been answered. Your care team will monitor your blood pressure and your baby's heart tones before, during and after your epidural just as they would in the normal course of your labor.