Stopped: Study has been withdrawn as after IRB approval PI changed his working institution making the conduction of the study unfeasible
Epidural placement is a commonly used procedure for pain management during labor, delivery, and surgeries. However, epidural placement is often considered a technically challenging and complex procedure that requires a high level of skill and experience. In cases where the epidural is improperly placed or fails to produce effective analgesia, the discomfort and distress experienced by the patient may be heightened. Hence, the use of predictors, such as sonographic ones, may prove to be a valuable tool for healthcare professionals in the placement of epidurals, ultimately ensuring successful pain management for patients. The present study aims to identify predictors of difficult epidural placement in patients undergoing surgery.
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Incidence of difficult epidural placement
Timeframe: through study completion, an average of 2 year