New study aims to speed up pain relief during C-Sections

NCT ID NCT07349082

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares two types of anesthesia for cesarean deliveries: standard epidural and a newer technique called dural puncture epidural (DPE). The goal is to see which one provides faster pain relief and better stability in blood pressure. Seventy-two pregnant women scheduled for C-sections will be randomly assigned to one of the two methods, and their pain block onset and side effects will be tracked.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If DPE works faster, it could mean quicker pain relief and more stable blood pressure during C-sections.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 72 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. Both techniques have known risks like headache or low blood pressure.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Dr. Sardjito General Hospital

    Sleman, DI Yogyakarta, Indonesia

  • Persahabatan General Hospital

    Jakarta, DKI Jakarta, Indonesia