Epidural analgesia: a right for a more peaceful delivery

Epidural (or epidural) analgesia is a right recognized in Italy. It is performed by an anesthesiologist, who inserts a thin catheter into the lower back to administer medications that alleviate pain, without completely blocking sensitivity. It is a safe method, also recommended by the World Health Organization to improve the well-being of the person in labor, and any side effects are rare and temporary. In Italy, every woman has the right to access epidural analgesia free of charge in places of birth where The service is active. The Regions and Birth Points are required to guarantee the availability of the service and to inform women already during pregnancy on how to request it. In some hospitals, a preventive interview with the anesthesiologist is necessary: you can ask for information in the hospital you have chosen or during the meetings to accompany the birth. If your hospital does not yet guarantee the 24-hour epidural, ask the office which nearby facilities offer it.