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ACE Report #12383
Improved Success & Clinical Outcomes in Elevated Position During Spinal Anesthesiology for Elderly
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OrthoEvidence. Improved Success & Clinical Outcomes in Elevated Position During Spinal Anesthesiology for Elderly. ACE Report. 2020;9(12):22. Available from: https://myorthoevidence.com/AceReport/Report/12383
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Elevated Lateral Position Improves the Success of Paramedian Approach Subarachnoid Puncture in Spinal Anesthesia before Hip Fracture Surgery in Elderly Patients: A Randomized Controlled Study.
Med Sci Monit. 2020 Aug 6;26:e923813Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
Ninety elderly patients scheduled for hip fracture surgery were randomized to undergo spinal anesthesia via a subarachnoid puncture delivered in the lateral recumbent position (n=45) or an elevated lateral recumbent position with head and chest at 30° (n=45). The primary outcome of interest included the number of needle passes required for a successful puncture. Secondary outcomes of interest incl...
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