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Compares treatment options for Labor Pain
Official title Comparing PIEB and CEI for Labor Pain Relief
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07395934
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this randomized controlled trial is to compare the efficacy and safety of two epidural analgesia maintenance methods for labor pain relief: Programmed Intermittent Epidural Bolus (PIEB) and Continuous Epidural Infusion (CEI), both combined with Patient-Controlled Epidural Analgesia (PCEA). The study aims to evaluate which technique provides superior analgesia while minimizing anesthetic consumption and preserving maternal motor function.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
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 40, women only
You may be able to join if
- Parturients indicated for labor analgesia for vaginal delivery via epidural anesthesia.
- Age from 18 to 40 years.
- Physical status: ASA II.
- Singleton pregnancy, full-term, vertex presentation in labor.
- Indication for vaginal delivery.
You likely can't join if
- Contraindications to epidural analgesia.
- History of allergy to local anesthetics (Ropivacaine) or opioids (Fentanyl).
- High-risk pregnancies: Preeclampsia, placenta previa, placental abruption.
- Fetal distress or fetal abnormalities.
- Chronic use of analgesic drugs or neurological/psychiatric disorders.
- Parturients who refuse to participate or request to withdraw from the research.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Parturients indicated for labor analgesia for vaginal delivery via epidural anesthesia.
- Age from 18 to 40 years.
- Physical status: ASA II.
- Singleton pregnancy, full-term, vertex presentation in labor.
- Indication for vaginal delivery.
- No contraindications to epidural anesthesia.
- Agreement to participate in the research and signed written informed consent.
- Contraindications to epidural analgesia.
- History of allergy to local anesthetics (Ropivacaine) or opioids (Fentanyl).
- High-risk pregnancies: Preeclampsia, placenta previa, placental abruption.
- Fetal distress or fetal abnormalities.
- Chronic use of analgesic drugs or neurological/psychiatric disorders.
- Parturients who refuse to participate or request to withdraw from the research.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Da Nang, Vietnam
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?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
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 40 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Da Nang, Vietnam. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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