Samuel Lunenfeld Research Institute, Mount Sinai Hospital

This study looked at whether a continuous nerve block (a small tube that delivers numbing medicine for days) can improve pain control and reduce opioid use after knee replacement surgery. Sixty adults having same-day knee replacement were enrolled. The goal was to see if this app…

This study looked at whether leaving 4 cm or 5 cm of the epidural catheter inside the spine works better for pain relief during labor in non-obese women. About 200 women in active labor were randomly assigned to one of the two lengths. The goal was to see which length provides mo…

This study gathered feedback from 25 patients who had an unexpected cesarean delivery under spinal or epidural anesthesia. Through questionnaires and interviews, researchers aimed to understand what matters most to patients during this stressful experience. The insights will be u…

This study looked at the experiences of 15 women who had an unexpected cesarean delivery under general anesthesia. Researchers interviewed and surveyed patients to understand their concerns and suggestions. The goal is to use these insights to create educational materials for doc…