New study tests safer pain relief after c-section to reduce opioid use
NCT ID NCT05405049
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compared two methods of pain relief after cesarean section: injecting numbing medicine into the belly and surgical wound versus giving morphine through a spinal injection. The goal was to see which approach reduces the need for extra painkillers in the first 24 hours. The trial involved 46 pregnant women undergoing planned C-sections, and researchers measured pain scores at rest and during movement.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Morphine and bupivacaine (local anesthetics)
What this could lead to
If this approach works well, it could offer a safer, effective way to manage pain after C-section without needing strong opioids.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 46 participants, so results may not apply to all women. Pain relief methods can vary in effectiveness from person to person.
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Atatürk üniversty medicine school
Erzurum, YAKUTİYE, 25100, Turkey (Türkiye)