Description Module
The Description Module contains narrative descriptions of the clinical trial, including a brief summary and detailed description. These descriptions provide important information about the study's purpose, methodology, and key details in language accessible to both researchers and the general public.
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Description Module
Ignite Creation Date:
2025-12-24 @ 5:41 PM
Ignite Modification Date:
2025-12-24 @ 5:41 PM
NCT ID:
NCT02826668
Brief Summary:
The aim of this study is to evaluate the impact of lumbar spine ultrasound on the success rate and efficiency of labor epidural placement in the lateral position. The investigators hypothesize that ultrasound imaging of the lumbar spine of women in early labor will yield similar ultrasound results when done immediately prior to epidural placement. The investigators also hypothesize that the use of ultrasound with landmarks marked and depth to the epidural space estimated will facilitate epidural placement in terms of both efficiency (time required for placement) and efficacy of pain relief.
Detailed Description:
Several studies have demonstrated a significant benefit in pre-procedural ultrasound for epidural placement by anesthesia residents, particularly when performed in the obese population. To the investigators knowledge, however, no studies have evaluated this teaching modality for the lumber epidural technique in the lateral position. Formalizing the educational process for this less frequently performed, highly technical and critical skill may have a profound impact on trainee learning curves, and may enhance the overall success and efficiency of epidural placement, quality of analgesia provided, and safety of the procedure.
Study:
NCT02826668
Study Brief:
Protocol Section:
NCT02826668