RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT03976154

Effects of Fixation Technique On Thoracic Epidural Catheter Displacement

The Effects of Fixation Technique On Thoracic Epidural Catheter Displacement: A Single-Center Randomized Controlled Trial

Sponsor

University of Utah

Enrollment

300 participants

Start Date

Oct 1, 2019

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Thoracic Epidural

Summary

The purpose of our study is to assess the effectiveness of Dermabond as a thoracic epidural fixation technique compared to both Mastisol and the Grip-Lok fixation bandage, two common, widely used techniques for epidural fixation.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study compares different methods of securing (fixing) a thoracic epidural catheter — a thin tube placed near the spine for pain relief during and after chest surgery — to see which method prevents the catheter from slipping out of place. **You may be eligible if...** - You are 18 or older - You are having surgery and will receive a thoracic epidural for pain management **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You refuse participation - You are allergic to adhesives or local anesthesia - You are pregnant - You have a contraindication to epidural placement (such as a blood clotting disorder, infection, increased brain pressure, or severe pre-existing nerve disease) Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

OTHERThoracic Epidural Catheter Fixation Techniques

All thoracic epidurals will be placed by a regional anesthesia resident or fellow under the direct supervision of an attending anesthesiologist using a standard epidural kit and in the paramedian approach. Epidural placement will occur preoperatively in the same manner as our current practice criterion. There will be no difference in placement of the epidural catheter between the control groups and the treatment group. After placement, catheters will be secured with either Dermabond, Mastisol, or a Grip-Lok fixation bandage, all with overlying Tegaderms.

Locations(1)

University of Utah Health Sciences Center

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

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