Needle-Free Jet Injection of Lidocaine During Lumbar Puncture
Launched by PHOENIX CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL · Oct 19, 2010
Trial Information
Current as of July 21, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Background: Lumbar puncture is an essential procedure in the emergency department for the evaluation of meningitis. Subcutaneous injection of lidocaine prior to lumbar puncture for local anesthesia is not a pain free procedure. The J-Tip Device allows an intradermal needle-free jet injection of 1% buffered lidocaine. This study compares needle-free jet injection of lidocaine to saline in reducing pain prior to lumbar puncture in infants.
Methods: Randomized, double-blinded, placebo controlled trial involving infants, less than 3 months of age, presenting to the emergency department meeting...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • fever in infants less than 3 months
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • toxic appearance, altered level of consciousness, age greater than 3 months or less than 4kg of weight
About Phoenix Children's Hospital
Phoenix Children's Hospital is a leading pediatric healthcare institution dedicated to advancing child health through innovative research and clinical trials. With a commitment to providing exceptional care, the hospital leverages its extensive expertise in pediatric medicine to conduct rigorous clinical studies that aim to improve treatment outcomes and enhance the quality of life for children facing various health challenges. As a recognized center of excellence, Phoenix Children's Hospital collaborates with a network of healthcare professionals, researchers, and academic institutions to foster groundbreaking discoveries and ensure access to cutting-edge therapies for young patients.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Blake Bulloch, MD
Study Director
Phoenix Childrens Hospital
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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