Investigating chronic pain after cesarean section
Analysis of the Incidence and Risk Factors of Chronic Pain After Cesarean Section
This study looks at how many women experience ongoing pain after a cesarean section and how it might relate to postpartum depression and their overall quality of life.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 600 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Huazhong University of Science and Technology Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Wuhan, Hubei) |
| Trial ID | NCT06704490 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to prospectively assess the incidence and characteristics of persistent pain in women following cesarean section surgery at 3, 6, and 12 months post-operation. It will utilize regression analysis and data modeling to explore the relationship between various perioperative factors and the development of chronic pain. Additionally, the study will examine how chronic pain may correlate with postpartum depression, impacting the quality of life for new mothers.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are pregnant women aged 20 to 50 years who are scheduled for a planned cesarean section.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of dementia, mental illness, or central nervous system disorders may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved management strategies for chronic pain after cesarean sections, enhancing the quality of life for postpartum women.
How similar studies have performed: While chronic postoperative pain is a recognized issue, this specific approach to studying its incidence and risk factors in postpartum women after cesarean sections is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age range from 20 to 50 years old; * ASA grades I to III; * Full term pregnancy and planned cesarean section with transverse incision in the lower segment of the uterus; * Pregnant women who are willing to participate in this study and sign informed consent forms. Exclusion Criteria: * Have a history of dementia, mental illness, or any central nervous system disorder; * Pregnant women who are addicted to alcohol and drugs; * Difficulty in follow-up or poor patient compliance; * Has taken other investigational drugs or participated in other clinical trials in the three months prior to being selected for the study; * Serious complications occur during delivery; * Unable to cooperate with the research for any reason.
Where this trial is running
Wuhan, Hubei
- Tongji hospital — Wuhan, Hubei, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Xianwei Zhang, Doctor
- Email: ourpain@163.com
- Phone: 13296696810
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.