Ultrasound needle guidance using two device types
Part of Pain, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial compares how accurately and safely needles can be placed using two different ultrasound device approaches during epidural placement. It may help improve ease and precision of the procedure for people who need an epidural.
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Who can take part
- Your health is in the mild-to-moderate range (ASA 1, 2, or 3).
- You do not have known back (spine) deformities.
- You can sit upright long enough for an epidural placement.
- You have not had prior surgery in your lower back (lumbar surgery).
- You do not have allergies to ultrasound gel.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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