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  • Title: Epidural steroids for back and leg pain: mechanism of action and efficacy.
    Author: McLain RF, Kapural L, Mekhail NA.
    Journal: Cleve Clin J Med; 2004 Dec; 71(12):961-70. PubMed ID: 15641524.
    Abstract:
    Epidural injections of glucocorticoids may help some patients with back and leg pain. The efficacy of this therapy has not been conclusively proved; however, when weighed against the risks, cost, and outcomes of spinal surgery, epidural glucocorticoids are a reasonable alternative in selected patients whose back and leg pain is functionally limiting. We review the rationale, available data, techniques, and indications for these injections.
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