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Cannabinoids for Pain Control During Medical Abortion: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Author: AltonKatie, BayerLisa L, BeardsworthKathleen, BednarekPaula H, ColwillAlyssa Covelli, EdelmanAlison, GargBharti, JensenJeffrey T

Clinical Trial, Phase IVPost-marketing surveillance. Monitors long-term safety/efficacy after approval.
Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
Research Support, N.I.H., ExtramuralResearch funding provided by the NIH to external research institutions and researchers.
Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov'tResearch funding provided by government agencies outside the United States.

Overview

A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of 70 women undergoing medical abortion found that prophylactic dronabinol did not reduce the maximum level of pain experienced.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
OBJECTIVE: To evaluate whether prophylactic dronabinol, a synthetic tetrahydrocannabinol, reduces pain during medical abortion. METHODS: We conducted a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of women undergoing medical abortion with mifepristone and misoprostol up through 70 days of ges...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32459420

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Easing Pain: Dronabinol for Medical Abortion

Medical abortion is a common procedure, but it can be associated with pain. This study explored the potential of dronabinol, a synthetic cannabinoid, to reduce pain during medical abortion. It aimed to find a way to soothe the discomfort of this procedure and improve the overall experience for women seeking this option. It's like seeking a cool oasis in the desert of discomfort, searching for ways to ease the physical and emotional burdens of a medical procedure.

Dronabinol's Role: A Search for Pain Relief

The study investigated the efficacy of dronabinol in reducing pain during medical abortion. The researchers conducted a randomized controlled trial, comparing dronabinol to placebo in women undergoing medical abortion. They found no significant difference in pain levels between the two groups, indicating that dronabinol did not provide additional pain relief beyond the standard ibuprofen regimen. This research is like navigating a desert landscape, exploring different paths to reach the desired outcome, in this case, pain relief.

Navigating Discomfort: Understanding Pain Management

The study's findings highlight the need for further research into effective pain management strategies for medical abortion. It's like continuing to explore the desert, seeking new and more effective ways to alleviate the discomfort of this procedure. While dronabinol did not show significant benefits in this study, other approaches may hold promise. It's important to continue exploring options for improving pain management and ensuring a more comfortable experience for women undergoing medical abortion.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This research reminds us that finding effective ways to manage pain during medical abortion is an ongoing journey. It's like searching for a hidden spring in the desert, a source of relief and comfort for those undergoing this procedure. While dronabinol did not show significant benefits in this study, further research into other pain management strategies is crucial to ensure a more comfortable experience for women seeking this option.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2020-11-25
  2. Date Revised 2021-01-24
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

32459420

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

00006250-202006000-00009

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