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Spinal Anesthesia Facilitated Sexual Intercourse As A Treatment Option For Vaginismus

NCT04436172 · Status: COMPLETED · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 20

Last updated 2020-07-02

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Summary

Painful sex continues to be a relationship issue and can lead to marital dys-harmony. Other consequences include infertility, low self-esteem, depression and anxiety.Our study shows that spinal anesthesia is an effective last resort management option in women with vaginismus. As a one-off treatment spinal anesthesia provides hope for such couples and brings about a positive change in their relationships.

Conditions

  • Vaginismus

Interventions

PROCEDURE

spinal anesthesia

The spinal anesthesia was given by a trained anesthetist in an equipped room, after all aseptic measures. A 20 gauge intravenous cannula was inserted for maintaining a peripheral line and 0.9% normal saline was used for loading the patient. The pulse and blood pressure were monitored non-invasively. The median approach was utilized and intrathecal space was accessed via 25 gauge Quiincke bevel(Becton Dickinson/Pakistan ) through L4-L5. A block was performed by using 5 mg hyperbaric bupivacaine (Abocain 0.5%/Abbot) after ensuring swirling. Block height was monitored via pinprick test after every three minutes, for 20 minutes until there was no progression. The couple was left alone. The couples received prior training and were explained precautions.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Aziz Medical Center

    collaborator NETWORK

  • Karachi Medical and Dental College

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
NON_RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Model
CROSSOVER

Eligibility

Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2017-01-01
Primary Completion
2017-12-31
Completion
2017-12-31

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