Needle size linked to headache severity in new study
NCT ID NCT06957899
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 22 times
Summary
This study looked at 40 adults who developed a headache after spinal anesthesia. Researchers used ultrasound to measure the optic nerve sheath diameter, which reflects brain pressure, and compared it to the size of the needle used. The goal was to see if needle size affects headache severity and brain pressure changes.
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Konya City Hospital
Meram, Konya, 42020, Turkey (Türkiye)
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