13th August 2024

A 26-year-old actress is referred to the neurology clinic by her GP. She has experienced 1 episode of left sided foot drop

A 26-year-old actress is referred to the neurology clinic by her GP. She has experienced 1 episode of left sided foot drop 5 weeks ago, as well as an episode of blurred vision 6 months ago. She is referred for a variety of investigations including a lumbar puncture. The lumbar puncture is performed in the left lateral position on the first attempt. The patient reports a headache after the procedure.

What intervention could have reduced the chance of her developing this post procedure complication?

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