The epidural electric stimulation test does not predict local anesthetic spread or consumption in labour epidural analgesia.

Purpose: The epidural electrical stimulation test (EEST) is a highly specific and sensitive test for confirming placement of the epidural catheter in the epidural space. The purpose of this study was to investigate if the EEST could predict the spread and consumption of local anesthetic solutions during labour epidural analgesia.

Methods: This observational study was conducted in labouring parturients requesting epidural analgesia.