Color doppler could make epidurals safer for moms in labor
NCT ID NCT05606952
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether color Doppler ultrasound can accurately show where the epidural pain-relief medicine flows in laboring women. Researchers studied 194 women to see how well this technique detects correct catheter placement. The goal is to improve safety and effectiveness of epidurals during childbirth.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could provide a reliable, non-invasive way to confirm correct epidural placement, reducing failed blocks and complications.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed observational study. Results may not apply to all hospitals or patients, and the technique requires training and equipment.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Menoufia University
Menoufia, Menoufia, 32817, Egypt
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