Can ultrasound make labor epidurals easier? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT07056166
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study at the University of Padua will use ultrasound to scan the lower backs of 563 pregnant women before they receive an epidural for labor pain. The goal is to identify physical markers that predict when the epidural might be hard to place. Researchers will compare ultrasound measurements with how many attempts or extra help was needed. No experimental treatment is involved, and participants receive standard care.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help doctors predict and avoid difficult epidural placements, making labor analgesia safer and more comfortable.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. The findings may not apply to all patients or settings, and no direct benefit is guaranteed.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University Hospital of Padua
RECRUITINGPadua, 35127, Italy