Epidural

Etymology
From epi-: + dura mater: + -al:.

Pronunciation

 * , (RP)

Adjective

 * 1)  Situated on or outside the dura mater.

Synonyms

 * extradural
 * peridural

Derived terms

 * epidurally

Noun

 * 1)  An injection of anaesthetic into the epidural space of the spine, especially associated with pain relief during childbirth.

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