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Evaluate Patient Comfort Level During Paracentesis by Numbing Skin With a Needle-less Device, Instead of Using a Needle to Numb the Skin Clinical Trial in Chicago, IL

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About This Evaluate Patient Comfort Level During Paracentesis by Numbing Skin With a Needle-less Device, Instead of Using a Needle to Numb the Skin Study in Chicago

The purpose of this clinical trial is to evaluate the level of comfort adult patients with cirrhosis of the liver and ascites presenting to Northwestern Memorial Hospital experience during a bedside abdominal paracentesis by numbing the skin with a needle-less device (the J-Tip), instead of using a needle to numb the skin. The main questions it aims to answer are the J-Tip effect upon: 1. Pain during intra-dermal local anesthetic administration 2. Pain during subcutaneous local anesthetic administration 3. Pain during paracentesis 4. Procedure-related anxiety Participants will be randomly assigned to have their skin numbed either in the usual way with a needle or with the J-Tip. Participants will be responsible for having a paracentesis done in their hospital room and answering the survey questions regarding pain experienced during the procedure and how they would feel if they needed to have this procedure performed again. There is also a telephone follow-up survey 2 days after the procedure to ask the participant about their experience post-procedure. We will also collect data about any procedure complications.

Sponsor: Northwestern University

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Inclusion Criteria

\- Adult (age \> 18 years) patients in the emergency department or admitted to the general medical service at Northwestern Memorial Hospital who:
Have cirrhosis and ascites
Require diagnostic and/or therapeutic paracentesis as determined by their primary physician
Have capacity as determined by their ED or inpatient provider to consent for the procedure c. Speak English as a preferred language

Exclusion Criteria

Have ever received chemotherapy, as this is a contra-indication to J-Tip use
Lack capacity to consent for the procedure and/or capacity to rate their pain using the numeric pain rating scale
Have a contraindication to bedside paracentesis, including:
Procedure deemed unsafe due to insufficient ascites/suboptimal location of ascites as evaluated by ultrasound
Cellulitis overlying the site of aspiration
Do not speak English as a preferred language
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Q:Is this study available in Chicago?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06996379) has an active research site in Chicago, IL that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

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