Lying on side or sitting up? study tests best position for spine ultrasound in heavier patients

NCT ID NCT07315451

First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated Jun 15, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study looks at whether lying on your side or sitting upright gives a better view of the spaces between the spine bones when using ultrasound. It involves 54 obese volunteers (BMI over 30) aged 18 and older. The goal is to help doctors perform procedures like lumbar punctures more safely and accurately in people with higher body weight.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Kocaeli City Hospital

    Kocaeli, Turkey (Türkiye)

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