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Reliability of MRI and Ultrasound in Cervical Epidural Needle Depth Estimation
Sponsor: Damla Yürük
Summary
This study aims to evaluate the reliability of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and ultrasound (USG) in predicting needle depth during cervical epidural injections, compared to fluoroscopy. The goal is to identify alternative imaging methods that reduce radiation exposure while maintaining procedural accuracy and patient safety.
Official title: Reliability of MRI and Ultrasound in Predicting Needle Depth During Cervical Epidural Injections: a Methodological Observational Study
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
90
Start Date
2025-01
Completion Date
2025-07
Last Updated
2024-12-24
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Needle Depth Measurement Using MRI, Ultrasound, and Fluoroscopy
This intervention involves cervical epidural steroid injection (CESI) for patients with chronic neck and radicular pain. Needle depth is measured pre-procedurally using MRI and ultrasound to predict the ideal needle placement. Fluoroscopy is used during the procedure to confirm and compare these measurements, aiming to evaluate the accuracy of imaging techniques and minimize radiation exposure.
Locations (1)
Ankara Etlik City Hospital
Ankara, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)