New study aims to improve labor pain management

NCT ID NCT04728048

First seen Apr 10, 2026 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 8 times

Summary

This study compared two types of epidural pain relief during labor: the standard epidural and a newer technique called dural puncture epidural. Researchers wanted to see which method required fewer extra pain-relief interventions from doctors. The study involved 130 healthy pregnant women in labor.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CIUSSS de l'Est de l'Île de Montréal

    Montreal, Quebec, H1T2M4, Canada

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