There are other methods of pain relief but they are not as safe and effective as this one. In this method patient’s back is cleaned with an antiseptic liquid and the area where the catheter is to be introduced is numbed with a local anesthetic. The needle is then passed into the epidural space small doses of medicines is introduced into the lower back spine through a fine plastic tube. This medicine so injected relives pain while labor and descent of the baby continues.
The early mild labor pains have to be borne by the patient Epidural analgesia is given only when labor is well set and the cervix or the opening of the uterus is at least 3-4 cm. This requires close monitoring by a team of Gynecologist and Anaesthetist. Drug is introduced at regular intervals depending on the requirement and intensity of the pain. This procedure is SAFE for both the baby and the mother.
The procedure is carried out in the room itself. In Bhandari Hospital and Research Centre LABOR DELIVERY SUITES, facility is also available. This facility offers:
- Highly personalized care
- A warm and homely atmosphere to welcome the new born.
- Each birth suite is furnished with Television, Telephone & Pantry.
- Foetal Heart-Rate Monitor (CTG).
- Radiant warmer and Photo Therapy facility.
- Centralized Oxygen.
- Neat and Clean Wash Room.
- Post Graduate resident and obstetricians monitoring the condition of mother and the baby round-the-clock under guidance of Senior Consultants.