Laughing gas studied for abortion pain relief

NCT ID NCT00769912

First seen May 12, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether a mixture of 50% nitrous oxide (laughing gas) and 50% oxygen can reduce pain during a legal abortion done with local anesthesia. 71 adults took part. Researchers measured pain during the procedure, right after, and two hours later, and also tracked any side effects.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Service de Gynécologie Obstétrique, Hôpital La Conception

    Marseille, 13005, France

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