The association between intrapartum opioid fentanyl and early breastfeeding: A prospective observational study

ConclusionsFentanyl in labor is associated with breastfeeding difficulties. However, IV fentanyl in low doses ( ≤200 µg) seems to affect breastfeeding less than EDA fentanyl and is therefore a viable alternative when labor analgesia is needed. This could be most relevant for multiparous women, where a shorter labor is expected. More research is needed to determine the optimal dose and route of administrat ion of fentanyl for labor analgesia.

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Source: Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica - October 8, 2021 Category: OBGYN Authors: Hanna Oommen, Tor Oddbj ørn Tveit, Leif T. Eskedal, Rachel Myr, David M. Swanson, Ingvild Vistad Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research