Investigating chronic pain after cesarean section
Official title: Analysis of the Incidence and Risk Factors of Chronic Pain After Cesarean Section
Run by Huazhong University of Science and Technology · NCT06704490 · Data updated 2026-11-12
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 |
|---|---|
| Ages | 20 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | Women only |
| Enrollment | 600 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Huazhong University of Science and Technology Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Wuhan, Hubei) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | February 1, 2024 |
| Main results expected | December 31, 2026 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | November 26, 2024 |
| Trial ID | NCT06704490 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are pregnant women aged 20 to 50 years who are scheduled for a planned cesarean section.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with a history of dementia, mental illness, or central nervous system disorders may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
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.
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 gone: 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.
Who can join: the full rules
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 it's running
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Tongji hospital
Wuhan, Hubei, China Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Xianwei Zhang, Doctor
- Email: ourpain@163.com
- Phone: 13296696810
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.