Ultrasound study aims to make spinal anesthesia safer for C-Sections
NCT ID NCT06711601
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 21, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study tests whether using the posterior superior iliac spine (PSIS) as a landmark is more accurate than the traditional iliac crest line for spinal anesthesia in cesarean sections. Researchers will use ultrasound to measure the distance from each landmark to the correct spinal space in 660 pregnant women. The goal is to find a safer, more reliable method to guide the needle and reduce the risk of injury.
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 help anesthesiologists choose a more reliable landmark for spinal anesthesia, potentially reducing complications and improving safety for women undergoing cesarean sections.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not testing a new treatment. The results may not apply to all patients, especially those with high BMI or spinal abnormalities. The benefit depends on how well the findings translate into practice.
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The Third Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University
Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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