The effect of epidural education on Primigravid Women's decision to request epidural analgesia: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Epidural analgesia represents one of the most effective pharmacological ways to relieve labour pain. Women's awareness regarding the use of epidurals is increasing. As the decision to use epidural analgesia during labour is affected by many social, personal and medical factors, this study aimed to explore the factors contributing to a pregnant women's decision to use epidurals and to understand the benefit of implementing a health education program regarding epidural analgesia.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was conducted with primigravid women visiting the Obstetric Clinics for their routine antenatal care at King Abdul-Aziz Medical City in Riyadh from October 2014 to December 2016. The participating pregnant women were educated on the use of epidural analgesia

SUBMITTER: Alakeely MH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5934814 | biostudies-literature | 2018 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature