Awareness and Attitude Toward Epidural Analgesia During Labor Among Pregnant Women in Taif City: A Hospital-Based Study
Alaa M Abdelhafeez,
Fahad K Alomari,
Hassan M Al Ghashmari
et al.
Abstract:Objectives
This study aimed to investigate the awareness and attitudes towards epidural analgesia (EA) among pregnant women in Taif City, Saudi Arabia. The rationale was to identify potential barriers to the acceptance and use of EA, which is an effective pain management option during labor.
Methods
We conducted a cross-sectional survey at a single healthcare center in Taif City. The participants, pregnant women visiting the center, were recruited using a convenience sampling m… Show more
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