Managing pain after cesarean section surgery

Postoperative Pain Management of Caesarean Section: a Prospective, Observational Cohort Study

Mackay Memorial Hospital · NCT05009771

This study is testing different pain relief methods after cesarean section surgery to see which ones help new mothers recover better and feel less pain.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment100 (estimated)
Ages20 Years to 40 Years
SexFemale
SponsorMackay Memorial Hospital (other)
Locations2 sites (New Taipei City, Taiwan and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT05009771 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational cohort study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of various postoperative analgesic methods for patients undergoing elective cesarean sections. Participants will provide informed consent and have their data collected through medical records, questionnaires, and follow-up telephone visits. The study will assess pain intensity, analgesic consumption, recovery time, and the impact of pain on postpartum depression over a period of three months. The goal is to identify optimal pain management strategies to improve recovery outcomes for new mothers.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are women aged 20 to 40 who are planning to undergo elective cesarean sections with spinal anesthesia.

Not a fit: Patients with chronic pain diseases, mental illnesses, or contraindications to opioids or NSAIDs may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management strategies for women after cesarean sections, enhancing their recovery and overall well-being.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown varying success with different analgesic methods in postoperative pain management, making this approach both relevant and necessary.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Aged 20 to 40.
2. Planing to undergo caesarean section with spinal anesthesia.
3. Scheduled to undergo cesarean section between 37 and 40 weeks of gestation.
4. American Society of Anesthesiology Physical Class 1-2.
5. Planing to alleviate postoperative pain with intravenous patient-controlled analgesia or administration of NALDEBAIN.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Not willing to provide informed consent.
2. Unable to receive opioids or NSAIDs due to contraindication.
3. Long-term use of opioids or drug abuse.
4. Suffering from chronic pain disease.
5. Having medical history of mental illnesses.
6. Diagnosed with Pre-eclampsia or eclampsia.
7. Diagnosed with gestational diabetes.
8. Unsuitable for participation judged by investigator.

Where this trial is running

New Taipei City, Taiwan and 1 other locations

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.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Postoperative Pain, Caesarean Section, Analgesia, Caesarean section, Postpartum rehabilitation, Dinalbuphine sebacate, PCA, NALDEBAIN

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 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.