Post-Lumbar Puncture Headaches.

Abstract

Dr. Wallace W. Tourtellotte and associates have reviewed the progress and understanding of the mechanisms and treatment of postlumbar puncture headaches. Since so far a complete understanding of the mechanism and prevention of postlumbar puncture headaches has not been accomplished, as the authors indicated, they fall short of their original purpose. The references to the literature are inclusive and the appraisal of evidence is critical. The overall incidence of postlumbar puncture headache of 36% is somewhat higher than in our experience.