3D ultrasound may help place epidurals in obese Moms-to-Be
NCT ID NCT03405311
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a 3D ultrasound device (Accuro) helps anesthesiologists place epidural needles for pain relief during labor in women with a BMI of 40 or higher. The device was compared to the standard blind approach using touch. The trial was terminated early, so results are limited, but the goal was to reduce needle insertions and improve success.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Rivanna Accuro 3D Ultrasound Device
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could make labor epidural placement easier and more successful for obese women, reducing pain and complications.
- What could go wrong
- The trial was terminated early with only 40 participants, so results are limited. The device may not improve outcomes enough to justify its use.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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The University of Texas Medical Branch
Galveston, Texas, 77555, United States
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