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.
This novel method will allow the investigators to quantitatively assess and measure shivering in obstetric parturients undergoing varying procedures under epidural anesthesia.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
20
novel device being used to measure shivering
BC Women's Hospital
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Comparison between physician-reported shivering and measured shivering
Quantifiable assessment of shivering data measured by novel device will be compared to subjective assessment of shivering made by attending anesthesiologist
Time frame: During cesarean delivery
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