Evaluating pain relief techniques after cesarean sections

Evaluation of the Effect of Postoperative Analgesia Techniques on Obstetric Recovery Quality With ObsQoR-10

Not applicable Interventional Eskisehir Osmangazi University · NCT06978491

This study tests which pain relief method works better after cesarean sections by comparing a TAP block, wound infiltration, and just spinal anesthesia to see how they affect recovery.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment75 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 50 Years
SexFemale
SponsorEskisehir Osmangazi University Academic / other
Locations1 site (Eskişehir, Eski̇şehi̇r)
Trial IDNCT06978491 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of two postoperative analgesia techniques, transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block and wound infiltration, in patients undergoing elective cesarean sections. Patients will be divided into three groups: one receiving TAP block, another receiving wound infiltration, and a control group receiving only spinal anesthesia. The study will assess recovery quality using the Obstetric Quality of Recovery-10 (ObsQoR-10) questionnaire, along with pain scores, analgesic consumption, and adverse effects within the first 24 hours post-surgery. Data will be collected at multiple time points to determine the best analgesia method for postoperative recovery.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are term obstetric patients aged 18-50 years scheduled for elective cesarean sections under spinal anesthesia.

Not a fit: Patients who have undergone general anesthesia or require emergency cesarean sections will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management and recovery outcomes for patients undergoing cesarean sections.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results with similar analgesia techniques, suggesting potential for success in this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Term obstetric patients aged 18-50 years who underwent elective cesarean section under spinal anesthesia and applied regional anesthesia techniques such as TAP and wound infiltration.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Refuse to participate in the study
* Patients who have undergone general anesthesia
* Patients requiring emergency cesarean section.
* Mental status disorders
* Known bleeding and/or coagulation disorders
* Infection at injection site

Where this trial is running

Eskişehir, Eski̇şehi̇r

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Pain, PostoperativePostoperative Complicationscesarean sectionpostoperative analgesiaQuality of recovery
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.