Original sentence: Epidural analgesia is a safe and effective method of relieving pain in labor, but is associated with longer labor and more operative intervention.It is important that expectent mothers receive accurate information about the benefits and risks of the procedure, as well as about their other pain-relief options, in order that they may make an informed decision
Edited sentence: Epidural analgesia in labor is almost routine in some medical centers and often wrongly presented as risk free.The decision to have an epidural in labor is a complex one for many women and it is important that they receive accurate information in order that they may make an informed decision