Overview

The Effect of Low-Dose vs High-Dose Epidural Fentanyl on Gastric Emptying - A Prospective Double-Blinded Randomized Controlled Trial

Status:
Active, not recruiting

Trial end date:
2020-10-30

Target enrollment:

Participant gender:

Summary

This study investigates the effect of epidural fentanyl on gastric emptying in non-fasted laboring women. Half the women will be randomized to receive low-dose epidural fentanyl (<100 mcg), and half will be randomized to receive high-dose epidural fentanyl (≥100 mcg). Gastric content will be measured by ultrasonography two hours after epidural placement and compared between the groups.

Phase:

N/A

Details

Lead Sponsor:

Tel-Aviv Sourasky Medical Center

Treatments:

Fentanyl