Prone Positioning Device for Neurosurgery

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Overseen byMichael Kinsman, MD

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: University of Kansas Medical Center

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

The goal of this study is to learn if the prototype adjustable prone positioning frame is a feasible design for use during neurosurgical procedures which utilize intraoperative magnetic resonance imaging (iMRI). The main questions it aims to answer are: * Is the prototype prone positioning device design feasible for use during neurosurgical procedures which utilize intraoperative MRI? * Does use of the prototype device place the patient at increased risk of complications compared to the standard positioning pads? Researchers will place patients in the prone position on the prototype device during neurosurgical procedures that utilize intraoperative MRI and observe for any problems with the positioning device or complications attributable to the positioning device.

Research Team

Michael Kinsman, MD

Principal Investigator

mkinsman2@kumc.edu

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for patients undergoing neurosurgical procedures that require intraoperative magnetic resonance imaging (iMRI). Participants should be in need of prone positioning during their surgery. Specific conditions like pulmonary embolism, embolism, or epilepsy are being considered.

Inclusion Criteria

I am an adult getting a specific epilepsy treatment at KUMC.

Exclusion Criteria

Vulnerable populations including prisoners, pregnant women, and KUMC employees/students.

I am under 18 years old.

Weight above the safe threshold for the device (weight capacity will be determined through computational stress analysis prior start of the study)

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Treatment Details

Interventions

Prototype Prone Positioning Device (Procedure)

Trial OverviewThe study is testing a new prototype device designed to position patients face-down (prone) during brain surgeries with iMRI. It aims to determine if the device is practical and safe compared to standard pads used for such procedures.

Participant Groups

1Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Prototype positioning deviceExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

The prototype prone positioning device will be used during neurosurgical procedures utilizing intraoperative MRI.