Peppermint power: could a simple scent replace catheters for new moms?
NCT ID NCT03319498
First seen Mar 07, 2026 · Last updated May 05, 2026 · Updated 7 times
Summary
This study looked at whether smelling peppermint oil could help women who have trouble urinating after giving birth. The goal was to see if it could reduce the need for a urinary catheter. The study included 77 new mothers who had not been able to urinate within 6 hours after delivery.
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Mount Carmel Health System
Columbus, Ohio, 43232, United States
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