Creating guidelines for managing pain after surgery during pregnancy
Clinical Practice Guidelines for Postoperative Pain in Pregnancy: Evidence, Dissemination, and Impact
This study is working to create helpful guidelines for managing pain after surgery for pregnant people, aiming to improve care and reduce the use of opioids by exploring other pain relief options.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10675810 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop evidence-based guidelines for managing acute postoperative pain in pregnant individuals, addressing the common and variable opioid prescribing practices during childbirth and surgery. By collaborating with a diverse panel of patients, healthcare providers, and experts, the project will create guidelines that prioritize patient-centered care and health equity. The effectiveness of these guidelines will be evaluated across 68 hospitals in Michigan, focusing on improving clinical outcomes and patient experiences. The study will also explore alternative pain management strategies to reduce reliance on opioids.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant individuals undergoing surgery or experiencing postoperative pain.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or those not undergoing surgical procedures may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer pain management practices for pregnant individuals, reducing the risks associated with opioid use.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that developing and implementing clinical guidelines can significantly improve patient outcomes and reduce opioid prescribing in various medical contexts.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Moniz, Michelle Helena — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Moniz, Michelle Helena
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.