New epidural technique could make childbirth safer and less painful

NCT ID NCT05990504

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 05, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study tested a refined epidural technique called dural puncture epidural for labor pain relief. It involved 200 healthy pregnant women and used ultrasound to improve accuracy. The goal was to see if this method improves pain control and safety for both mother and baby.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Fujian Provincial Hospital

    Fuzhou, Fujian, 350001, China

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