Comparing two pain relief methods after planned cesarean
Part of Pain, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial compares two ways to manage pain after a planned cesarean section: one combines a spinal and epidural injection, the other is a newer type of nerve block. The goal is to see which provides better pain relief with fewer side effects.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman aged 18 to 45
- You are scheduled for a planned (not emergency) cesarean section
- You are generally healthy or have only mild health issues (like well-controlled diabetes or high blood pressure)
- You are carrying one baby (not twins) and are at full term (37 weeks or more)
- You are not allergic to local anesthetics and do not take strong pain medications regularly
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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