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Neutrophil to Lymphocyte Ratio and Postdural Headache

Recruiting
Conditions
Preoperative Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio (NLR)
Postdural Puncture Headache
Registration Number
NCT07075874
Lead Sponsor
Istinye University
Brief Summary

This study will aim to investigate whether systemic inflammatory markers-especially the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR)-obtained from preoperative complete blood counts can predict the development of post-dural puncture headache (PDPH) in obstetric patients undergoing cesarean section under spinal anesthesia.

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
RECRUITING
Sex
Female
Target Recruitment
821
Inclusion Criteria
  • Women aged 18 years or older
  • Underwent elective or emergency cesarean section under spinal anesthesia
  • Had complete preoperative complete blood count (CBC) data available
  • No known hematological or inflammatory disease
  • No intraoperative complications recorded
  • Medical records accessible for postoperative follow-up regarding PDPH symptoms
Exclusion Criteria
  • Age under 18
  • Absence of preoperative complete blood count data
  • Presence of hematologic malignancy, active infection, autoimmune disease, or immunosuppressive therapy
  • Platelet count <150,000/mm³ or INR >1.5
  • Incomplete or missing medical records

Study & Design

Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Study Design
Not specified
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Postdural Puncture Headache (PDPH) incidenceWithin 10 days postoperatively

The occurrence of PDPH symptoms within 10 days following spinal anesthesia in obstetric patients, as documented in medical records.

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Istinye Üniversity

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Istanbul, Merkez Mahallesi, Turkey

Istinye Üniversity
🇹🇷Istanbul, Merkez Mahallesi, Turkey
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