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Epidural kit shortage could last until March, regulator says

The UK is facing a shortage of epidural kits, expected to last until at least March, due to manufacturing issues with epidural bags. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has issued a patient safety alert, and hospitals are receiving substitute bags while the Royal College of Anaesthetists collaborates with the NHS to manage the situation. Despite concerns from medical staff, the NHS advises that women should continue seeking care as usual.

Baby in neonatal ICU incubator, with only an arm visible. A nurse with a face mask, gloves and glasses, has her hand curled around the baby

Baby in neonatal ICU incubator, with only an arm visible. A nurse with a face mask, gloves and glasses, has her hand curled around the baby

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Key Highlights

  • Epidural kit shortage in the UK expected to last until March.
  • Shortage caused by manufacturing issues with epidural bags.
  • Hospitals receiving substitute bags for pain relief during labor.
  • Royal College of Anaesthetists is assisting NHS in managing the situation.
  • NHS encourages women to seek care as usual despite the shortage.
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Sources

  1. Epidural kit shortage could last until March, regulator says

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