Identification of the epidural space: a double blind comparison between the CompuFlo® Epidural Computer Controlled System and the standard LOR to saline technique in obstetrics

Coccoluto, Alessandra

doi:10.26226/morressier.58f5b030d462b80296c9e5df

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“…A drop in pressure sustained for more than 5 seconds is deemed consistent with entry into the epidural space. Typical curves can be obtained from epidural insertion, as reported in human studies [ 4 , 7 ].…”

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Objective Evaluation of a New Epidural Simulator by the CompuFlo^®Epidural Instrument

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Vecchio

2018

Anesthesiology Research and Practice

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Background In this study, we describe a custom-made new epidural simulator, created by modifying the inner structure of a commercially available one, in the attempt to make it adequately realistic. To validate and evaluate the realism of our device, we used the Computerized Epidural Instrument CompuFlo. Method The Compuflo CompuFlo curves obtained from 64 experiments on the epidural simulator were compared to 64 curves obtained from a previous human study, from consecutive laboring parturients requesting epidural analgesia. Results Epidural simulator and human pressure curves were very similar. There was a significant difference between the drop of pressure due to false and true loss of resistance (LOR) in both the groups. Discussion Our simulator can realistically reproduce the anatomical layers the needle must pass as demonstrated by the similarity between the simulator and human pressure curves and the small differences of pressure values recorded. CompuFlo may be used as an objective tool to create and assess and compare objectively the epidural task trainers.

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“…For the purpose of the study, we used the same epidural technique and CompuFlo setting procedure previously used for one of our human studies [ 7 ].…”

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Objective Evaluation of a New Epidural Simulator by the CompuFlo^®Epidural Instrument

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2018

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“…For the purpose of the study, we used the same epidural technique and CompuFlo setting procedure previously used for one of our human studies [7]. e CompuFlo device was set to deliver normal saline at a rate of 0.05 mL/s with a maximum pressure limited to 200 mmHg, and the 0 point of pressure calibration was checked by positioning the needle at the level of the site of puncture.…”

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“…e CompuFlo curves obtained from 64 experiments on the epidural simulator were compared to 64 curves obtained from a previous human study, from consecutive laboring parturients requesting epidural analgesia [7]. e differences between the mean of the two curves (the CompuFlo analysis in vivo and in simulation) were analyzed by using the R software.…”

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2018

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Background. In this study, we describe a custom-made new epidural simulator, created by modifying the inner structure of a commercially available one, in the attempt to make it adequately realistic. To validate and evaluate the realism of our device, we used the Computerized Epidural Instrument CompuFlo. Method. e Compuflo CompuFlo curves obtained from 64 experiments on the epidural simulator were compared to 64 curves obtained from a previous human study, from consecutive laboring parturients requesting epidural analgesia. Results. Epidural simulator and human pressure curves were very similar. ere was a significant difference between the drop of pressure due to false and true loss of resistance (LOR) in both the groups. Discussion. Our simulator can realistically reproduce the anatomical layers the needle must pass as demonstrated by the similarity between the simulator and human pressure curves and the small differences of pressure values recorded. CompuFlo may be used as an objective tool to create and assess and compare objectively the epidural task trainers.

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Identification of the epidural space: a double blind comparison between the CompuFlo® Epidural Computer Controlled System and the standard LOR to saline technique in obstetrics

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Identification of the epidural space: a double blind comparison between the CompuFlo® Epidural Computer Controlled System and the standard LOR to saline technique in obstetrics

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