Pain Control for Cervical Ripening Balloon

Randomized Control Trial for Pain Control With Topical Lidocaine for Cervical Ripening Balloon Placement

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.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age ≥18 years
• Gestational age ≥37 weeks
• Viable pregnancy
• Intact membranes
• English speaking
• Interested in cervical ripening balloon placement
• Able to provide consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• Allergy or sensitivity to lidocaine
• Patients that already have neuraxial anesthesia (i.e. spinal, epidural, combined spinal/epidural)
• Known uterine or cervical anomalies