Needle-free numbing vs. shot for infant spinal tap
Part of Brain & nervous system, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares a needle-free way to give numbing medicine (lidocaine) with a traditional shot for infants who need a spinal tap. It aims to see if the needle-free method works as well and is less scary for babies.
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Who can take part
- Your baby is 3 months old or younger
- Your baby needs a lumbar puncture (spinal tap) as part of their medical care
- Your baby is not allergic to lidocaine or the needle-free injection device
- Your baby does not have a skin infection or rash on their lower back
- Your baby does not have a bleeding disorder
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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