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Do expectant mothers know their Pain-Relief options? survey investigates

NCT ID NCT06201936

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First seen Aug 06, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study surveys pregnant women before their anesthesia consultation to learn what they already know about epidural and spinal pain relief for childbirth, and where that knowledge comes from—such as the internet, friends, or healthcare providers. The goal is to understand the sources and gaps in information so that future education can be better tailored. Participation involves answering an anonymous online questionnaire.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Survey on pre-existing knowledge about neuroaxial (epidural/spinal) pain relief for childbirth
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors better tailor childbirth pain-relief education to what pregnant women already know and where they get their information.
What could go wrong
This is an observational survey, not a treatment test, so it won't directly change care. Responses may not represent all pregnant women, and self-reported knowledge may not be accurate.

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Study facts

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Participants

1,346 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Mar 2025

Finished

Aug 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Pregnant women before delivery for whom a neuroaxiual procedure for pain reduction during childbirth would theoretically be eligible.

Ages

18 to 65 years

Sex

Female participants only

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Inclusion Criteria: * Pregnant women prior to delivery Exclusion Criteria: * Women under 18 years of age

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  • University Hospital Frankfurt

    Frankfurt am Main, Hesse, 60590, Germany

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