Post lumbar puncture headache is minimized by all except:: (A) Keep stylet and remove needle, (B) Atraumatic needle, (C) Small diameter needle, (D) Hydration by crystalloid infusion
Answer is A. (Refer: Lee’s, Clinical Anaesthesia, 12th edition, pg no:685-687)
Post-Lumbar Puncture Headache
Etiology
CSF leak leading to decreased ICP
Breach or scratching of dura due to:

Lumbar puncture
Myelogram
Spinal Anaesthesia
Wet epidural tap
Uncomplicated epidural due to scratching of dura

Factors affecting post lumbar puncture headache