Epidural analgesia in labor: could it shape your Baby's future?
NCT ID NCT04964206
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether epidural pain relief given to mothers during childbirth has any effect on their child's brain development up to 24 months of age. Researchers will follow thousands of first-time mothers and their babies, comparing those who received epidural analgesia with those who did not. The goal is to understand if this common procedure influences developmental milestones like communication and motor skills.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If a link is found, it could guide safer pain management during labor.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Many other factors may influence child development.
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Peking University First Hospital
RECRUITINGBeijing, Beijing Municipality, 100034, China
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Shenzhen Maternity and Child Healthcare Hospital
RECRUITINGShenzhen, Guangdong, 518100, China
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