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New treatment option for Labor Analgesia
Official title Effect of Epidural Catheter Retention Depth on Labor Analgesia Performed in DPE Combined With PIEB Model
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06602440
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this study is to observe the appropriate indwelling depth of epidural catheter when labor analgesia is performed in the mode of DPE combined with PIEB, and then shorten the onset time of labor analgesia and reduce the occurrence of catheter-related adverse outcomes.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 45, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Those aged 18 to 45 years old;
- Pregnancy lasts for 37 to 42 weeks;
- Single healthy pregnant women with cervical dilation \< 3.0 cm who wish to use epidural labor analgesia;
- The NRS score of uterine contraction pain is \> 3;
- ASA grade I-II;
You likely can't join if
- Those with contraindications to intraspinal anesthesia;
- Those with a history of allergy to local anesthetics and opioids;
- Pregnancy diseases (such as pregnancy-induced hypertension, preeclampsia or gestational diabetes, etc.);
- Known fetal abnormalities or situations associated with an increased risk of cesarean section;
- Patients who have taken opioids or sedatives within 4 hours before epidural analgesia.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Those aged 18 to 45 years old;
- Pregnancy lasts for 37 to 42 weeks;
- Single healthy pregnant women with cervical dilation \< 3.0 cm who wish to use epidural labor analgesia;
- The NRS score of uterine contraction pain is \> 3;
- ASA grade I-II;
- BMI ≤ 40 kg/m².
- Those with contraindications to intraspinal anesthesia;
- Those with a history of allergy to local anesthetics and opioids;
- Pregnancy diseases (such as pregnancy-induced hypertension, preeclampsia or gestational diabetes, etc.);
- Known fetal abnormalities or situations associated with an increased risk of cesarean section;
- Patients who have taken opioids or sedatives within 4 hours before epidural analgesia.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Yinchuan, Ningxia, China
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years to 45 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Yinchuan, Ningxia, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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