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Epidural training under the microscope: which technique works best for new doctors?

NCT ID NCT07573007

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study watches anesthesia residents as they place epidural catheters in 440 patients having elective surgery. It compares two common techniques—loss of resistance and hanging drop—to see which leads to more first-attempt successes and fewer complications like accidental dural puncture. The goal is to improve training and patient safety.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could identify which epidural placement technique works best for trainees, potentially improving training and patient outcomes.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it won't directly benefit participants. Results may not apply to all hospitals or patient groups.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 440 people

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Expected to start

May 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Jun 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Adult patients scheduled for elective/emergency surgery with planned perioperative epidural analgesia or anesthesia at Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital, Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation.

Ages

18 to 80 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18-80 years * ASA physical status I, II, or III * Scheduled for elective surgery requiring perioperative epidural analgesia or anesthesia (lumbar or thoracic approach) * Epidural catheter to be placed by a resident with ≥ 2 years of anesthesia training Exclusion Criteria: * Spinal deformity (scoliosis, kyphosis, or prior spinal surgery at the target level) * Coagulopathy or anticoagulant therapy precluding neuraxial blockade * Active infection at the insertion site or systemic infection * Pre-existing neurological disease affecting the spinal cord or nerve roots * Emergency surgery * History of prior failed epidural catheterization * Patient refusal or inability to provide written informed consent * Local anatomical pathology precluding safe epidural access

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

disease Pain, Postoperative

As listed by the trial registrant

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Catheterisation Education Epidural; anesthesia Graduate medical education Medical Postoperative pain

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital

    Istanbul, Maltepe, 34852, Turkey (Türkiye)

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