Comparing the accuracy of two palpatory methods for identifying correct space for spinal anaesthesia.

Phase 4

Not yet recruiting

• Conditions: Diseases of the genitourinary system,

• Registration Number: CTRI/2021/12/039066
• Lead Sponsor: Amrita Institute Of Medical Science

Brief Summary

In this observational study we aim to find out the accuracy of a new method of localising interspinous spaces compared to traditionl method for adminstration of spinal anesthesia

Detailed Description

Not available

Study Timeline

• Last Update Posted: 2021-12-29
• Study Start: 2022-05-01

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Not Yet Recruiting
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 60

Inclusion Criteria

• age above 18 years BMI 18.5.
• 29.9 patients with xray chest and xray KUB.

Exclusion Criteria

spine abnormality pregnancy previous spine surgeries inability to position patients with chronic back pain patients with known lumbarisation/sacralisation patients who are difficult to scan.

Study & Design

• Study Type: Observational
• Study Design: Not specified

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Comparing the accuracy of two different palpatory methods for identifying L3-L4 interspace using ultrasound.	Before induction.

Secondary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Whether age ,gender,height,weight,BMI of patient ,experience of clinician has any effect on accuracy of identifying L3-L4 interspace by two methods.	Before induction.

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

AMRITA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCE; 🇮🇳 Ernakulam, KERALA, India

AMRITA INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCE

🇮🇳Ernakulam, KERALA, India

Dr Beegam shoufi kunjumon

Principal investigator

9961772377

beegamshoufi@gmail.com