Pain relief study for abortion dilator placement
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests whether combining two medications (lidocaine and ketorolac) given as a shot around the cervix can help with pain when placing small sticks (dilators) to prepare for an abortion procedure. If you are 16–24 weeks pregnant and planning an abortion, this trial may help you feel less discomfort.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older and speak English or Spanish.
- You are between 16 and 24 weeks pregnant (confirmed by ultrasound).
- You have a cell phone with text messaging and can come to Rush University Medical Center for care.
- You have not taken NSAIDs (like ibuprofen or naproxen) in the last 6 hours.
- You do not have allergies to lidocaine or NSAIDs, and no history of stomach ulcers, bleeding disorders, or certain heart, kidney, or liver conditions.
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