An evaluation of ultrasound imaging for identification of lumbar intervertebral level.

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Published in Anaesthesia on March 01, 2002

Authors

G Furness1, M P Reilly, S Kuchi

Author Affiliations

1: Altnagelvin Area Hospital, Londonderry, UK.

Associated clinical trials:

Real-time Ultrasound-guided Spinal Anesthesia:A Feasibility Study | NCT01326988

Ultrasound vs Palpation for Infant Lumbar Puncture | NCT02373774

Taylor's Approach vs Lumbar Approach for Spinal Anesthesia | NCT02302378

The Effect of Bedside Ultrasound Assistance on the Proportion of Successful Infant Spinal Taps | NCT02133066

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