Sitting or lying down? study tests best position for spine scans in obese patients
NCT ID NCT07315451
First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 22 times
Summary
This study looks at whether lying on your side or sitting upright gives a better view of the spine using ultrasound in people with a BMI over 30. Researchers will also compare two different ultrasound techniques and check how reliable the measurements are when done by doctors with different experience levels. The goal is to make spinal procedures like lumbar punctures safer and easier for people with obesity.
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Kocaeli City Hospital
Kocaeli, Turkey (Türkiye)
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors find the right spot for spinal procedures more easily in people with obesity.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage observational study, so results may not apply to all patients or lead to immediate changes in practice.
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