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IUDPhase 4NCT05875571

Intravenous Ketorolac Administration to Attenuate Post-procedural Pain Associated With Intrauterine Device Placement

A Phase 4 study testing Ketorolac in people with IUD and Healthy Female, run by Arkansas Children's Hospital Research Institute at 1 site in United States.

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Trial summary

Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are a popular form of long-acting reversible contraception, with a high efficacy rate and few side effects. The insertion procedure for IUDs can be uncomfortable and painful. Sedation may be needed to improve patient comfort. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 13 to 21 years, women onlyHealthy volunteers can take part
Conditions the study is for
IUD, Healthy Female, Contraception
What is being tested?
Ketorolac
Type of treatment
Injection or infusion
Could I receive a placebo?
Yes, some participants may receive a placebo
How many people
18 participants
Where
1 siteUnited States
Study dates
5 Feb 2024to Jun 2025
Phase
Phase 4
Are there results?
None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 13 to 21 years
  • Women only
  • Healthy volunteers accepted
  • Child, Adult

Who may be able to join

  • Patients requiring sedated IUD placement at Arkansas Children's Hospital

Who cannot join

  • Allergy to ketorolac or other NDSAID
  • Known history of renal impairment
  • History of GI bleeding of peptic ulcer disease

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

Shahwar Yousuf, MD contact

501-364-1341

syousuf@uams.edu

United States1 site, 1 recruiting
  • Arkansas Childrens Hospital

    Little Rock, Arkansas, 72202

    Shahwar Yousuf, 501-364-1341, syousuf@uams.edu

    Lee Crawley, crawleylj@archildrens.org

    Recruiting

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About this study

Official title: Intravenous Ketorolac Administration to Attenuate Post-procedural Pain Associated With Intrauterine Device Placement: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial

Intrauterine devices (IUDs) are a popular form of long-acting reversible contraception, with a high efficacy rate and few side effects. The insertion procedure for IUDs can be uncomfortable and painful. Sedation may be needed to improve patient comfort. The use of IUDs is increasing in the adolescent population, but perceived pain is a barrier to placement.

Propofol is a commonly used agent for pediatric procedural sedation, but it has no analgesic properties. Ketorolac, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, has been shown to reduce pain in adults and improve patient satisfaction when used prior to IUD placement..

The current study aims to determine if ketorolac, given in combination with propofol for IUD placement in adolescents, can improve comfort during placement and reduce pain following the procedure. Enrolled patients will receive ketorolac or placebo, in addition to propofol, for IUD placement. By comparing the outcomes of these two groups of patients, we can gain a better understanding of the optimal approach to sedation for IUD insertion in adolescents.

Read the detailed description

Background and Significance: IUDs are safe, effective, and reversible forms of contraception. They are available in two forms in the United States: non-hormonal (copper) and levonorgestrel hormonal devices. There are very few contraindications to placement and few associated side effects. Despite these facts, only 14% of women aged 15-44 currently use an IUD1. Data over recent years show an increase in IUD usage among younger women, and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) support use in adolescent patients, many of which seek care from pediatric providers2. IUDs are easy to place and remove, with most procedures occurring in the office setting.

One barrier to more widespread use of IUDs may be the perception of pain associated with insertion, especially among younger patients. One study of 100 nulligravid women reported a 78% incidence of "moderate" or "severe" pain with IUD placement3. Several studies have evaluated various methods to attenuate the pain and anxiety associated with IUD placement, including behavioral interventions4, topical and injectable lidocaine applied to the cervix5,6, and injectable medications7. The ACOG currently recommends taking over-the-counter pain medications prior to IUD placement, though no specific medications are mentioned. Some adolescent patients require procedural sedation due to perceived pain, previous unsuccessful office procedures, developmental delay, and chronic pelvic pain, among other indications.

Ketorolac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), available in oral and injectable forms. It is used for moderately severe pain, often after an operation or painful procedure. Time to onset of analgesia with injectable ketorolac (IV or IM) is approximately 30 minutes, with maximum effect at 1-2 hours, and a median duration of 6 hours. Ketorolac, given orally or as an intramuscular injection (IM), has been shown to effectively attenuate the pain associated with in-office placement of IUDs7,8. We hypothesize that the administration of IV ketorolac, given during sedation for IUD placement, will lead to a decrease in post-procedural pain.

Project Design and Methods: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial will test the stated hypotheses associated with the specific aims above. All patients undergoing IUD placement under sedation, provided by the pediatric critical care sedation service at Arkansas Children's Hospital (ACH), will be eligible for enrollment. Patients meeting inclusion/exclusion criteria (see below) will be randomized to ketorolac or placebo after providing informed consent/assent. IUD placement will be performed by the pediatric gynecology service at ACH, using one of two levonorgestrel devices (Kyleena or Mirena). In addition to the study drug, propofol will be used for sedation. All subjects will be sedated with propofol in the following manner: 1mg/kg IV loading dose (10mg additional doses to achieve sedation), followed by a 150mcg/kg/min infusion rate during the procedure. Additional 10mg boluses will be given at the discretion of the seditionist (Pediatric Critical Care Medicine or Pediatric Emergency Medicine physician) and will be recorded for comparison as a secondary outcome measure.

Study Drug and Randomization Procedure: All eligible subjects will be randomized to ketorolac or placebo using simple randomization. A randomization schedule will be constructed using a random number generator. The study pharmacist will dispense ketorolac or placebo based on the randomization schedule. All study investigators and clinical staff will be blinded to group assignment. Ketorolac and placebo will be dispensed in identical syringes in identical volumes. Study drug will be administered intravenously by the sedation nurse at least 30 minutes prior to the start of sedation for IUD placement.

Being tested
Ketorolac, Placebo

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • KetorolacDrug

    Also called toradol

    Patients will get IV ketorolac during IUD placement under sedation

  • PlaceboDrug

    Patients will get IV placebo during IUD placement under sedation

Study groups in NCT05875571
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
KetorolacActive comparatorThe group of patients will receive IV Ketorolac before placement of IUD under sedation.
Receives: Drug: Ketorolac
PlaceboPlacebo comparatorThe group of patients will receive placebo before placement of IUD under sedation.
Receives: Drug: Placebo

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Comparison of Post procedural pain after IUD placement

    The primary outcome will be comparison of post-procedural pain using the Numerical Pain Rating Scale in ketorolac vs placebo group. The scale ranges from 0 to10 where 0 = no pain at all and 10= worst pain ever. Lower score indicates improvement in pain while a higher score indicates worsening of pain.

    Measured: 24 hours

Secondary outcomes (2)
  1. number of propofol boluses required during sedation

    Measured: 24 hours

  2. total propofol dose (mg/kg) given in each group

    total propofol dose will be obtained from EHR and both groups will be compared for this purpose

    Measured: 24 hours

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted25 May 2023
  2. Study start5 Feb 2024
  3. Primary completionMay 2025 (estimated)
  4. Study completionJun 2025 (estimated)

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase 4
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Masking
Triple blind
Who is masked
Participant, Care provider, Investigator
Enrolment
18 participants (estimated)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT05875571
Sponsor's protocol ID
275563
Status last verified
Jul 2024
First submitted
8 May 2023
Last updated
31 Jul 2024
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
Yes
FDA-regulated drug
Yes
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No

Publications

  • Jatlaoui TC, Riley HEM, Curtis KM. The safety of intrauterine devices among young women: a systematic review. Contraception. 2017 Jan;95(1):17-39. doi: 10.1016/j.contraception.2016.10.006. Epub 2016 Oct 19.

    PubMed 27771475
  • Hall AM, Kutler BA. Intrauterine contraception in nulliparous women: a prospective survey. J Fam Plann Reprod Health Care. 2016 Jan;42(1):36-42. doi: 10.1136/jfprhc-2014-101046. Epub 2015 Apr 8.

    PubMed 25854550
  • Lambert T, Truong T, Gray B. Pain perception with cervical tenaculum placement during intrauterine device insertion: a randomised controlled trial. BMJ Sex Reprod Health. 2020 Apr;46(2):126-131. doi: 10.1136/bmjsrh-2019-200376. Epub 2019 Oct 30.

    PubMed 31666302
  • Panichyawat N, Mongkornthong T, Wongwananuruk T, Sirimai K. 10% lidocaine spray for pain control during intrauterine device insertion: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. BMJ Sex Reprod Health. 2021 Jul;47(3):159-165. doi: 10.1136/bmjsrh-2020-200670. Epub 2020 Jun 26.

    PubMed 32591417
  • Mody SK, Farala JP, Jimenez B, Nishikawa M, Ngo LL. Paracervical Block for Intrauterine Device Placement Among Nulliparous Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Obstet Gynecol. 2018 Sep;132(3):575-582. doi: 10.1097/AOG.0000000000002790.

    PubMed 30095776
  • Ngo LL, Ward KK, Mody SK. Ketorolac for Pain Control With Intrauterine Device Placement: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Obstet Gynecol. 2015 Jul;126(1):29-36. doi: 10.1097/AOG.0000000000000912.

    PubMed 26241253
  • Crawford M, Davy S, Book N, Elliott JO, Arora A. Oral Ketorolac for Pain Relief During Intrauterine Device Insertion: A Double-Blinded Randomized Controlled Trial. J Obstet Gynaecol Can. 2017 Dec;39(12):1143-1149. doi: 10.1016/j.jogc.2017.05.014. Epub 2017 Aug 18.

    PubMed 28826645
  • Karcioglu O, Topacoglu H, Dikme O, Dikme O. A systematic review of the pain scales in adults: Which to use? Am J Emerg Med. 2018 Apr;36(4):707-714. doi: 10.1016/j.ajem.2018.01.008. Epub 2018 Jan 6.

    PubMed 29321111
  • Chaves IA, Baeta T, Dolabella GB, Barbosa LR, Almeida NM, Oliveira FR, Oliveira EC, L Silva-Filho A, Rocha ALL. Pain scores at the insertion of the 52 MG levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system among nulligravidas and parous women. Eur J Contracept Reprod Health Care. 2021 Oct;26(5):399-403. doi: 10.1080/13625187.2021.1925882. Epub 2021 Jun 7.

    PubMed 34096433

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A Phase 4 study testing Ketorolac in people with IUD and Healthy Female, run by Arkansas Children's Hospital Research Institute at 1 site in United States.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 1 inclusion and 3 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: status not confirmed, as of the sponsor's last update on 31 Jul 2024. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in United States. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. Some participants in this study may receive a placebo. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

What does this phase mean?

Phase 4 studies take place after a treatment is approved, to learn more about its long-term benefits and risks in everyday use.

Not every study follows the same path, and some studies (observational studies, device studies) have no phase.

Are results available for this study?

Results are not available in the source record.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

Contact Shahwar Yousuf, MD (501-364-1341, syousuf@uams.edu), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Comparison of Post procedural pain after IUD placement (time frame: 24 hours). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT05875571, which also lists 9 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 31 Jul 2024.

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