U.S., Jan. 22 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07354464) titled 'Efficacy of Sphenopalatine Block Compared to Blood Patch in the Management of Post-dural Puncture Headaches' on Jan. 07.
Brief Summary: Post-dural puncture headache (PDPH) is an iatrogenic complication following a dural puncture, which may occur after lumbar puncture, spinal or epidural anesthesia. These headaches are defined as positional headaches, which worsen in the upright position and improve in the supine position, occurring within 5 days after a dural puncture.
PDPH is disabling, particularly in the postpartum period and is often associated with symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, neck stiffness, photophobia, and hearing los...