Local Infiltration Analgesia With Ropivacaine Versus Placebo in Caesarean Section

Lokal Infiltrations Analgesi Med Ropivakain 0,5 % Versus Ropivakain 0,2 % Versus Placebo Efter Sectio Caesarea: et Prospektivt, Dobbeltblindet, Placebokontrolleret Studie.

The purpose of this study is to compare systematic local infiltration with Ropivacaine 0.5 % versus Ropivacaine 0.2 % versus Placebo in patients undergoing elective caesarean section.

The hypothesis is that systemic local infiltration will reduce pain and postoperative opioid consumption.

Inclusion Criteria:

• eligible for elective caesarean section
• able to speak and understand Danish
• able to give informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• alcohol or medical abuse
• allergies to local anesthetics
• age < 18 years
• intolerance to opioids