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Assessment of the Accuracy of the Manual Palpation of Surface Landmarks Versus Ultrasound for Identification of the Correct Intervertebral Space for Spinal Anesthesia in Children Less Than 1 Year of Age
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Ultrasound for Anesthesia, Local and Infant Conditions. Completed, enrolled 50 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Although the current standard for lumbar puncture and spinal anesthesia is the use of manual palpation of surface landmarks to identify the correct interspace, performance of the procedure at too high of a level may increase the incidence of adverse effects. The current study will evaluate the efficacy of ultrasound in identifying the correct intervertebral space for lumbar puncture thereby improving the safety of the procedure.
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Interventions
Ultrasound to locate the appropriate lumbar interspace to perform spinal anesthesia.