J Emerg Med
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Is Lateral Decubitus or Upright Positioning Optimal for Lumbar Puncture Success in a Teaching Hospital?
Lumbar puncture is a common procedure performed by emergency physicians and trainees. The optimal patient positioning for lumbar puncture procedures has not been studied adequately. ⋯ Lateral decubitus and upright positioning for emergency lumbar puncture yielded equal success rates in emergency physicians and trainees.