Real-time ultrasound-assisted thoracic epidural placement: A feasibility study of a novel technique Journal Article


Authors: Pak, D. J.; Gulati, A.
Article Title: Real-time ultrasound-assisted thoracic epidural placement: A feasibility study of a novel technique
Abstract: The placement of thoracic epidural catheters is complicated by the layering of the vertebral lamina. Therefore, traditional blind palpation techniques require insertion of an epidural needle with likely contact of lamina with redirections into the epidural space. We discuss a safe and consistent technique using true real-time ultrasound visualization of the needle with a paramedian sagittal oblique view to improve the consistency of placing an epidural in the thoracic spine for postoperative analgesia. Successful epidural placement was achieved in every patient. All catheters were found to be effective for use in the postoperative phase. © 2018 by American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine.
Journal Title: Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine
Volume: 43
Issue: 6
ISSN: 1098-7339
Publisher: BMJ Publishing Group Ltd.  
Date Published: 2018-08-01
Start Page: 613
End Page: 615
Language: English
DOI: 10.1097/aap.0000000000000761
PROVIDER: scopus
PUBMED: 29553999
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Notes: Conference Paper -- Export Date: 4 September 2018 -- Source: Scopus
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  1. Amitabh Gulati
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