Comparison of the Frequency of Post-Operative Pain of Continuous Versus Interrupted Suturing Techniques in Episiotomy

Not Applicable

Completed

• Conditions: Post Operative Pain

• Registration Number: NCT07050615
• Lead Sponsor: RESnTEC, Institute of Research

Brief Summary

Post-operative pain is the most prevalent issue following an episiotomy, greatly affecting patients both physically and mentally, resulting in increased morbidity. This study seeks to compare the effectiveness of continuous and interrupted suturing techniques for episiotomy post-operative pain among the local population.

Detailed Description

There is a lack of recent local data regarding the management of post-operative pain using different suturing techniques. The findings of this study would help in adopting a more effective technique, resulting in reducing the postoperative pain and lowering morbidity. Practical recommendations can be made to enhance routine practices and establish guidelines for these patients.

Study Timeline

• Study Start: 2024-08-01
• Primary Completion: 2025-01-31
• Study Completion: 2025-01-31
• Status Verified: 2025-06
• Study First Submitted: 2025-06-25
• Study First Submitted QC: 2025-07-02
• Last Update Submitted: 2025-07-02
• Study First Posted: 2025-07-03
• Last Update Posted: 2025-07-03

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: COMPLETED
• Sex: Female
• Target Recruitment: 86

Inclusion Criteria

• Pregnant females
• Aged 20-40years
• Undergoing an episiotomy to facilitate the delivery of the head in the labor room
• First or second pregnancy
• Gestational age of 37-41+6 weeks

Exclusion Criteria

• Females, undergone an instrumental vaginal delivery
• With a history of previous perineal surgery
• With high-risk pregnancies (those having hypertension, anemia or bleeding tendency, diabetes mellitus, a suspected genital infection)
• With impaired immunity
• Taking corticosteroids

Study & Design

• Study Type: INTERVENTIONAL
• Study Design: PARALLEL

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
Post operative pain	48 hours	Post-operative pain (yes/no) was noted using the visual analogue scale (VAS).

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Shahida Islam Medical Complex; 🇵🇰 Lodhran, Punjab, Pakistan