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Official title Using the CompuFlo® CathCheck™ System to Check Epidural Catheter Function Before Tubal Ligation: A Pilot Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07720908
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This pilot study evaluates the use of the CompuFlo® CathCheck™ System to assess labor epidural catheter function before reactivation for postpartum tubal ligation. The study aims to determine whether this technology can accurately identify functional versus dysfunctional epidural catheters compared with standard clinical assessment methods.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older, women only
You may be able to join if
- Age ≥ 18 years
- Postpartum women electing to undergo tubal ligation with an indwelling labor epidural catheter
- Ability to provide informed consent in English
- Vaginal delivery
You likely can't join if
- Parturients not receiving labor epidural analgesia or receiving an alternative anesthetic technique during labor and delivery
- Epidural catheter located \>2 cm from the documented insertion depth at initial placement
- Planned elective cesarean delivery
- Chronic pain conditions (e.g., chronic low back pain, sickle cell disease)
- Chronic opioid use disorder
- Chronic gabapentin use
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age ≥ 18 years
- Postpartum women electing to undergo tubal ligation with an indwelling labor epidural catheter
- Ability to provide informed consent in English
- Vaginal delivery
- Parturients not receiving labor epidural analgesia or receiving an alternative anesthetic technique during labor and delivery
- Epidural catheter located \>2 cm from the documented insertion depth at initial placement
- Planned elective cesarean delivery
- Chronic pain conditions (e.g., chronic low back pain, sickle cell disease)
- Chronic opioid use disorder
- Chronic gabapentin use
- Uncontrolled mood disorders that, in the investigator's judgment, may interfere with study participation or interpretation of study outcomes
- Prisoners or incarcerated individuals
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Columbus, Ohio, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Columbus, Ohio, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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