U.S., July 14 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07700108) titled 'Lidocaine Patch vs Intradermal Lidocaine for Epidural Needle Insertion Pain: A Randomized Trial' on June 29.
Brief Summary: Needle phobia is a barrier for receiving appropriate care during pregnancy and can lead to complications of the mother and fetus that could easily be avoided. Needle phobia can affect routine prenatal care, increase the demand for general anesthesia during c-section, and increase post-op pain. During epidural placement, providers use local anesthetic in various methods to numb the area where the needle will be inserted. Pain from these anesthetic administrations can increase needle phobia and their side effects...