Laminectomy complications

[moonutters15]

Hello all,

Im a new grad and was wondering if new onset RLE weakness and decreased sensation are serious complications post op day one for a lumbar laminectomy? Or is this expected?

Thanks

[NRSKarenRN, BSN, RN]

Loss of motor and sensory function may indicate nerve root compression and should be reported immediately to surgeon.

Lumbar Laminectomy Complications & Surgery Recovery

nursing care of the client having a posterior laminectomy

[offlabel]

1. Yes

2. No

[Surprised1, MSN, RN]

Very serious. I assume you called neurosurgery quickly? Any updates now?

[PaSSiNGaS, MSN]

I hope this isn't a serious question....