Could a simple pressure test replace x-rays for epidurals?
NCT ID NCT07217457
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares two methods to confirm that an epidural needle is in the right spot: a pressure-based waveform analysis and traditional X-ray guidance. About 160 adults having planned surgery will receive both checks. The goal is to see if the pressure test is as accurate as X-rays, which could reduce radiation exposure.
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 show that a simple pressure test is as reliable as X-ray guidance for placing epidurals, potentially reducing radiation exposure.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage comparison study, not a treatment trial. The new method may prove less accurate than standard care, and results may not apply to all patients.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
Lebanon, New Hampshire, 03756, United States
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