Assessment Of Shivering With iSeismograph

Shivering is a common side-effect of epidural anesthesia. In studies to date, the assessment of shivering has been based on a simple scale using descriptive words rather than actual measurements. We believe that we can assess shivering more scientifically by using a novel method to quantify arm movements during shivering.

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Key information

Conditions

Shivering

Age range

19 year and older

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Observational

Primary location

BC Women's Hospital

Vancouver, British Columbia, V6H 3N1, Canada

About this study

This novel method will allow the investigators to quantitatively assess and measure shivering in obstetric parturients undergoing varying procedures under epidural anesthesia.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

pregnancy
epidural in situ

Exclusion criteria

non-cesarean delivery

Treatment and study plan

novel device

Device

novel device being used to measure shivering

Primary outcomes

Comparison between physician-reported shivering and measured shivering

Time frame: During cesarean delivery

Quantifiable assessment of shivering data measured by novel device will be compared to subjective assessment of shivering made by attending anesthesiologist

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

University of British Columbia

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Assessment Of Shivering With iSeismograph In Parturients Undergoing Surgical Procedures Under Epidural Anesthesia

Important dates

Study start: 2014
Primary completion: 2015
Study completion: 2016
First posted: May 6, 2015
Registry last updated: Mar 1, 2017

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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