The Use of Ultrasound to Measure Depth of Thoracic Epidural Space
| Status: | Archived |
|---|---|
| Conditions: | Chronic Pain, Hospital |
| Therapuetic Areas: | Musculoskeletal, Other |
| Healthy: | No |
| Age Range: | Any |
| Updated: | 7/1/2011 |
| Start Date: | May 2010 |
Use of Ultrasound to Measure Depth of Thoracic Epidural Space Compared With Blind Technique
The purpose of the study is to evaluate the use of ultrasound scanning of the thoracic spine
to define the point of insertion and the depth of the epidural space compared to the blind
technique.
The study hypothesis is the use of Ultrasound will improve the success rate of epidural
placement and may also decrease the rate of complications.
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