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Comparison of Efficacy of Caudal Versus Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injections in Unilateral S1 Nerve Root Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Sponsor: University of Health Sciences Lahore
Summary
This study compares caudal and transforaminal epidural steroid injections for treating unilateral S1 nerve root pain. It evaluates pain relief, functional improvement, treatment satisfaction, quality of life, and complications over 12 months.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 75 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
120
Start Date
2027-01-05
Completion Date
2028-02-05
Last Updated
2026-09-22
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Caudal Epidural Steroid Injection (CEI)
A caudal epidural steroid injection is administered through the sacral hiatus into the epidural space under fluoroscopic guidance. Corticosteroid combined with a local anesthetic is administered, and contrast dye is used to confirm proper needle placement.
Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injection (TFI)
A transforaminal epidural steroid injection is administered into the affected S1 neural foramen under fluoroscopic guidance. A steroid and local anesthetic mixture is administered, with contrast dye used to confirm proper epidural distribution.
Locations (1)
Ghurki Trust & Teaching Hospital
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan