Using a specific nerve block to reduce pain during normal childbirth
The Effect of Sacral Erector Spinae Plane Block on the Quality of Recovery After Vaginal Birth: A Double-blind Prospective Randomized Controlled Study.
This study is testing a new nerve block technique to see if it can help reduce pain for women during vaginal childbirth with an epidural.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 42 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Konya City Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Konya) |
| Trial ID | NCT06221332 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of the sacral erector spinae plane block (S-ESPB) in providing analgesia for pregnant women undergoing vaginal birth with epidural anesthesia. It aims to assess the quality of recovery and pain management in the postpartum period using the Quality of Recovery-10 scores. The study will monitor various outcomes, including patient satisfaction, analgesic consumption, and complications, over a 24-hour period following the procedure. This is the first study to investigate the use of S-ESPB in this context, potentially offering new insights into pain management during childbirth.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are pregnant women aged 18-42 who are planning a normal vaginal birth and have requested epidural anesthesia.
Not a fit: Patients who are not eligible due to contraindications for regional anesthesia or those who do not consent to participate may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve pain management and recovery for mothers during and after childbirth.
How similar studies have performed: While this specific approach is novel, similar nerve block techniques have shown promise in other studies for pain management during childbirth.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 36-42. Pregnant women who are their gestational age and request epidural anesthesia * Pregnant women aged 18-42 with ASA II * Pregnant women who will stay in the hospital for at least 24 hours * Primiparous pregnant women who will have a planned normal birth * Singleton births with vertex presentation Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant women who do not want to give consent * Regional anesthesia is contraindicated * Pregnant women who use anticoagulants and have an abnormal bleeding profile * Pregnant women with infection in the area to be treated * Emergency cases and pregnant women who had a birth with instruments (forceps and vacuum)
Where this trial is running
Konya
- Konya City Hospital — Konya, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Muhammed H Satici, M.d. — Konya City Hospital
- Study coordinator: Muhammed H Satici, M.d
- Email: halit_satici@hotmail.com
- Phone: 5455636333
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.