Ultrasound vs. touch for finding spinal needle spot in cesarean
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study compares using an ultrasound machine versus feeling the back by hand to find the best spot for the spinal anesthesia needle during a planned C-section. It aims to see which method is more accurate and could make the procedure more comfortable.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are scheduled for a planned (not emergency) C-section with spinal anesthesia.
- You are between 18 and 45 years old.
- You are generally healthy or have mild controlled health conditions (ASA II or III).
- You are having a single baby (not twins or more).
- You have no contraindications to spinal anesthesia, such as bleeding problems or active infection at the needle site.
- You do not have severe obesity (BMI less than 40).
- You have not had back surgery and have no severe spine deformity.
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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