Retrospective analysis on the efficacy of epidural labor analgesia on early breast feeding after vaginal delivery

Abstract Background Breastfeeding is essential for infants and mothers. Epidural labor analgesia is used frequently to alleviate pain during vaginal delivery. Studies have found that epidural labor analgesia potentially have negative effects on postpartum breastfeeding. However, the efficacy of epid...

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Main Authors: Xudong Hu, Dongqin Xiong, Meifang Luo, Chen Ling, Xingqing Liu, Kai Yang, Xianjie Wen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-12-01
Series:BMC Anesthesiology
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12871-023-02373-w