Yes, although a combination of epidural and spinal anesthesia is usually used, since the latter has a much faster effect when introduced directly into the spinal fluid. Furthermore, it is not necessary to puncture the woman twice, since with the same puncture both types of anesthesia can be introduced.
The woman will be conscious at all times, but will be paralyzed from the navel down for approximately 2 hours.
Read the full article on: Epidural Anesthesia During Labor: Benefits & Side Effects ( 71).
Zaira Salvador
B.Sc., M.Sc.
Bachelor's Degree in Biotechnology from the Technical University of Valencia (UPV). Biotechnology Degree from the National University of Ireland en Galway (NUIG) and embryologist specializing in Assisted Reproduction, with a Master's Degree in Biotechnology of Human Reproduction from the University of Valencia (UV) and the Valencian Infertility Institute (IVI)
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