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New device could make epidurals safer and more accurate

NCT ID NCT05798754

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: General and Maternity Hospital of Athens Elena Venizelou Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a new device called CompuFlo® can identify the right spot for a thoracic epidural as well as the standard 'loss of resistance' technique. Researchers will enroll 276 patients having gynecological surgery to compare success rates. The goal is to see if the technology offers a reliable alternative.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that CompuFlo® technology is a reliable alternative to the standard method for placing epidurals, potentially improving accuracy.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial focused on a technical procedure, not a treatment. The technology may not prove superior or practical in routine use.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

About 276 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Apr 2027

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Mar 2028

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 80 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) Physical Status Classification System I-III Body mass index: 18 -35 kg/m2 Gynecological laparotomy with midline incision under general anesthesia and thoracic epidural analgesia Exclusion Criteria: Patients' denial to participate in the study ASA Physical Status Classification System \>IV Contraindications to epidural analgesia Patients with sepsis Patients with pre-existing neurologic deficits Pre-existing operations in the thoracic spinal cord Emergency operations Patients with end-stage cancer

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Thoracic epidural space identification

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • "Elena Venizelou" General and Maternity Hospital of Athens

    Athens, Attica, 11521, Greece