A novel guiding tool for lumbar puncture with the paramedian approach

Our method for calculating the appropriate needle placement angles using the paramedian approach is applicable for general use, allowing for the determination of proper needle placement angles prior to lumbar puncture.

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Clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery
Published
2025-08-15
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.clineuro.2025.109099
Primary Topic
Spine and Intervertebral Disc Pathology
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Abstract

Our method for calculating the appropriate needle placement angles using the paramedian approach is applicable for general use, allowing for the determination of proper needle placement angles prior to lumbar puncture.

Clinical Neurology and NeurosurgeryVol. 257
Otsuka (Japan) (JP), Ochanomizu University (JP), Juntendo University (JP), Koto Hospital (JP)
Openalex Percentile: Top 66%
Spine and Intervertebral Disc Pathology
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