Effect of Epidural Catheter Retention Depth on Labor Analgesia Performed in DPE Combined With PIEB Model

Launched by GENERAL HOSPITAL OF NINGXIA MEDICAL UNIVERSITY · Sep 17, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is investigating how the depth at which an epidural catheter is placed can affect pain relief during labor. The goal is to find the best depth that allows for quicker pain relief while also minimizing any problems related to the catheter itself. This study is specifically focusing on healthy pregnant women who are between 18 and 45 years old, are at least 37 weeks pregnant, and want to use an epidural for pain management during labor. To join the study, participants should be experiencing moderate to severe pain from contractions and have no serious health issues that would make epidural anesthesia unsafe for them.

If you decide to participate, you can expect to receive an epidural for labor pain relief while being monitored closely for any side effects. The study is currently looking for new participants, so if you meet the eligibility criteria and are interested, this could be a good opportunity to contribute to important research that aims to improve pain management during childbirth.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Those aged 18 to 45 years old;
• • 2. Pregnancy lasts for 37 to 42 weeks;
• • 3. Single healthy pregnant women with cervical dilation \< 3.0 cm who wish to use epidural labor analgesia;
• • 4. The NRS score of uterine contraction pain is \> 3;
• • 5. ASA grade I-II;
• • 6. BMI ≤ 40 kg/m².
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Those with contraindications to intraspinal anesthesia;
• • 2. Those with a history of allergy to local anesthetics and opioids;
• • 3. Pregnancy diseases (such as pregnancy-induced hypertension, preeclampsia or gestational diabetes, etc.);
• • 4. Known fetal abnormalities or situations associated with an increased risk of cesarean section;
• • 5. Patients who have taken opioids or sedatives within 4 hours before epidural analgesia.