New pain block could make C-Section recovery easier
NCT ID NCT07411521
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two ways to manage pain after a planned C-section: the standard combined spinal-epidural and a newer ultrasound-guided block called erector spinae plane block. About 90 women will take part to see which method provides better pain control, faster recovery, and fewer side effects. The goal is to improve comfort and satisfaction after childbirth.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 90 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Mar 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Aug 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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A government agency
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 to 45 years
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: Female patients aged 18-45 years Scheduled for elective cesarean section under regional anesthesia American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status I-II Singleton pregnancy at term gestation Ability to understand the study protocol and provide written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: Refusal to participate in the study Contraindications to regional anesthesia (coagulopathy, infection at injection site, severe hypovolemia) Known allergy to local anesthetics or study medications Body mass index (BMI) \> 40 kg/m² Chronic opioid use or chronic pain disorders Neurological disorders affecting sensory assessment Severe obstetric complications (e.g., preeclampsia, placenta previa, fetal distress)
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Locations
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Bursa City Hospital
RECRUITINGBursa, Nilüfer, 16110, Turkey (Türkiye)
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