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Epidural Catheter Placement Techniques by Anesthesia Residents: Success and Complications
Sponsor: Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital
Summary
This prospective observational study aims to evaluate the impact of epidural catheter placement techniques - loss of resistance (LOR) and hanging drop (HD) - on first-attempt success rates and procedural complications among anesthesia residents. Residents with at least two years of training will perform epidural catheterization under supervision for patients scheduled for elective surgery requiring perioperative epidural analgesia. An independent observer will record procedural details, complications, and postoperative pain scores. The study will enroll 440 patients aged 18-80 with ASA I-III classification.
Official title: Anesthesia Residents' Epidural Catheter Placement Techniques: A Prospective Observational Study on Success Rates and Complications
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 80 Years
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
440
Start Date
2026-05-01
Completion Date
2027-06-01
Last Updated
2026-05-07
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
epidural catheter placement
Epidural catheterization performed using an 18G Tuohy needle and standard catheter set by anesthesia residents with a minimum of two years of training, under specialist supervision. Technique selection (LOR or HD) is at the discretion of the performing resident and is not randomized.
Locations (1)
Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital
Istanbul, Maltepe, Turkey (Türkiye)