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Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Lockit fixator device: The epidural catheter will be threaded through the central eyelet of Lockit fixator device, after its exit from skin. The adhesive on the Lockit device sticks on
Sponsors
Vidarshna V
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Patients requiring post operative epidural analgesia
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Contraindication to neuraxial blockade Pre-existing neurological disabilities Significant spinal deformities Unable to understand, express and communicate visual analog scores
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| To identify a simple, safe and effective method of fixing the epidural catheter.Timepoint: During fixation At end of surgery during shifting During removal - at 24hrs | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Patient comfortTimepoint: During catheter placement | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Sathish K
Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research
Outcome results
None listed