Randomized control trial of a holographic needle guidance technique for thoracic epidural placement
Authors' conclusion
This study shows that thoracic epidural placement may be facilitated by using a guidance hologram and may be more technically efficient.
Study context
- Population
- Patients undergoing thoracic epidural placement
- Participants
- 83 patients
- Comparison
- HoloLens-assisted vs traditional thoracic epidural technique
- Primary endpoint
- Needling time (skin puncture to insertion of epidural catheter)
Primary result
As reported in the abstract
Procedure time
P = 0.02
Secondary outcomes
| Outcome | H | C | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of needle movements | 7.2 | 14.4 | P = 0.01 |
Intraprocedure or postprocedure pain, bone contacts, total number of needle punctures
- No difference between groups
Safety
Events
| Outcome | H | C |
|---|---|---|
| Epidural failure | 1 | 3 |
Original publication
Randomized control trial of a holographic needle guidance technique for thoracic epidural placement. Reg Anesth Pain Med. Published 11 January 2024. doi:10.
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