Journal of Nippon Medical School = Nippon Ika Daigaku zasshi
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study Clinical Trial
Efficacy of intrathecal morphine for analgesia following elective cesarean section: comparison with previous delivery.
To determine the effect of intrathecal injection of morphine 0.2 mg on postoperative analgesia, activity and satisfaction after elective cesarean section. ⋯ The addition of morphine 0.2 mg to hyperbaric bupivacaine 0.5% by intrathecal injection reduced postoperative pain and analgesic use, and increased patient satisfaction following cesarean section. The combination of intrathecal injection of morphine and preventive NSAIDs can be easily administered in most hospitals, and is substantially less expensive than the new pain management technologies currently in use.