Ultrasound may make epidurals safer and more accurate for moms in labor
NCT ID NCT02271100
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 25, 2026 · Updated 20 times
Summary
This study looked at whether using ultrasound to guide epidural needle placement works better than the usual method of feeling for landmarks (palpation) in women experiencing labor pain. Researchers compared how often the catheter was placed at the right spot and how long the procedure took. The goal was to see if ultrasound could reduce risks and improve pain relief during childbirth.
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Beth Isreal Deaconess Medical Center
Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States
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