Clinical trial for Cesarean Section
Official title Early General Anesthesia to Limit Experiences of Trauma During Cesarean Section-Pilot Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07334418
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to see whether using general anesthesia right after the baby is delivered can lower the chance of post‑traumatic stress disorder compared with standard IV pain medication.
- Who it's for
- Pregnant people who are having a cesarean delivery and report significant pain after the baby is born.
- What's involved
- Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either general anesthesia (full sleep) or intravenous pain‑relief medication during the surgery, and will be followed to assess pain and stress symptoms.
Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older, women only
You may be able to join if
- Women aged 18 or older undergoing non-emergent cesarean delivery with primary neuraxial (epidural, spinal, or CSE) anesthesia.
You likely can't join if
- We will exclude patients who require induction of general anesthesia prior to umbilical cord clamping and by clinician determination.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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