Suess O, Stendel R, Baur S, Schilling A, Brock M
Department of Neurosurgery, University Hospital Benjamin Franklin, Free University of Berlin, Germany.
Neuroradiology. 2000 Mar;42(3):211-4. doi: 10.1007/s002340050049.
We describe a subacute intracranial subdural haematoma following lumbar myelography. This rare but potentially life-threatening complication has been reported both after lumbar myelography and following lumbar puncture for spinal anaesthesia. We review 16 previously reported cases of intracranial haemorrhage following lumbar myelography, and discuss the pathogenesis. In all reported cases post-puncture headache was the leading symptom and should therefore be regarded as a warning sign.