Lidocaine Gel for Labor Induction
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
No standard of care exists for pain management during cervical ripening balloon placement. The purpose of this study is to evaluate if vaginal topical lidocaine reduces pain related to cervical ripening balloon placement during induction of labor.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for pregnant women aged 18 or older, at least 37 weeks along, who have a healthy pregnancy and want to use a cervical ripening balloon to help start labor. Participants must speak English and be able to give consent.Inclusion Criteria
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Lidocaine
Trial Overview
The study is testing whether applying lidocaine gel inside the vagina can reduce pain during the placement of a cervical ripening balloon used for inducing labor.
How Is the Trial Designed?
2
Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
Lead Sponsor
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