Comparing postpartum recovery in women with and without epidural pain relief during vaginal delivery
Comparison of Patients' Postpartum Recovery Using ObsQoR-10 Score in Pregnant Women in Vaginal Delivery With and Without Neuraxial Labor Analgesia: A Single-center Observational Study.
NA · Ataturk University · NCT06325475
This study tests how having an epidural during vaginal delivery affects the recovery of new mothers compared to those who don’t have one.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 40 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Ataturk University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Erzurum) |
| Trial ID | NCT06325475 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the postpartum recovery of pregnant women who undergo vaginal delivery with and without neuraxial labor analgesia, utilizing the ObsQoR-10 scoring system for assessment. A total of 40 participants will be randomly assigned to either receive neuraxial analgesia or not during labor. The study will collect demographic and medical data, and postpartum recovery will be measured at discharge using the ObsQoR-10 scores. The findings will help determine the impact of pain relief methods on recovery outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are pregnant women aged 18 and older, at least 37 weeks gestation, who consent to neuraxial analgesia for labor.
Not a fit: Patients who are under 18 years old, less than 37 weeks gestation, or have contraindications to neuraxial analgesia will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into optimal pain management strategies during labor, improving postpartum recovery for women.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown varying success in evaluating the effects of neuraxial analgesia on postpartum recovery, making this approach both relevant and necessary.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Being ≥18 years old * Pregnant women consenting to neuraxial analgesia for labor * Being ≥37 weeks gestation Exclusion Criteria: * Patients in whom neuraxial analgesia is contraindicated * Being \<18 years old * Being \<37 weeks gestation
Where this trial is running
Erzurum
- Atatürk University — Erzurum, Turkey (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ayşenur Dostbil
- Email: adostbil@hotmail.com
- Phone: +905333677796
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Analgesia