New hope for moms: study tests better pain relief after birth injuries

NCT ID NCT03470675

First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated Apr 24, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study looked at ways to reduce pain in women who had severe tears during childbirth (called OASIS). 67 women were given either a placebo, a low dose of ketamine plus morphine, or morphine alone. The goal was to see which treatment worked best for pain one week after delivery.

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Locations

  • Northwestern University

    Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States

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