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I have a herniated disc at c6-c7. my anesthesiologist performed a interlaminar steroid inj. with dexamethasone. after the procedure, i noticed the injection spot and my bandage are in what appears to be the t3-t4 region. is this normal placement?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Interlaminar inject: An interlaminar epidural steroid injection places the medication in the epidural space. Since this is a free flowing connected space, the medication may be injected a little distant to the affected spot.

Answered 2/5/2020

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A member asked:

I have a herniated disc at c6-c7. my anesthesiologist performed a interlaminar steroid inj. with dexamethasone. after the procedure, i noticed the injection spot and my bandage are in what appears to be the t3-t4 region. is this normal placement?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christine Hom answered

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