Pneumocephalus is rare complication of epidural anesthesia. Usually characterized by acute onset of headache after procedure. +/- neuro deficits. Giving O2 speeds absorption of air. Can also be seen after trauma, cancer, otogenic infection. Prognosis based on cause, but generally good. Remember peripartum headache can be bad.
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