Dilemma of a broken epidural catheter: To leave it or remove it

Combined spinal-epidural is a widespread technique used not only for lower limb, pelvic, and lower abdominal surgeries but also used to provide postoperative and labor analgesia. The accidental breakage or shearing of an epidural catheter is a known but rare complication. The real dilemma lies in its management, whether to leave it in situ or surgically remove it. We are presenting a case of accidental breakage of an epidural catheter and the consensus of its management.