Clinical trials
Elective Cesarean Delivery clinical trials
Below are recruiting elective cesarean delivery clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 22 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07789301Recruiting
Predicting severe pain after planned cesarean with spinal anesthesia
This study looks at how to predict severe pain after a planned cesarean delivery done under spinal anesthesia. It aims to find factors that may help doctors better manage pain after surgery.
Bursa, NilüferAges 18–45 - NCT07422766Recruiting
Comparing blood pressure at arm vs ankle during planned cesarean
This study compares blood pressure measurements taken at the ankle versus the arm during planned cesarean delivery. It helps doctors find a reliable way to monitor your blood pressure during surgery when the arm cuff may not work well.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT07409012Recruiting
Pain assessment tool for cesarean delivery patients
This study is developing a new questionnaire to better measure pain after cesarean section. If you had a planned or unplanned cesarean with spinal or epidural anesthesia in the last 2-3 days and speak German or Swiss German, you may help improve how pain is assessed for future mothers.
Basel, Canton of Basel-CityAges 18 years+ - NCT07362992RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Tranexamic acid gel to reduce bleeding during cesarean
This study tests whether applying a medicine called tranexamic acid directly to the uterus during a scheduled cesarean can reduce bleeding. It may help women who are having their first or second cesarean delivery.
Holon, Central DistrictAges 18–51 - NCT06235749Recruiting
Calcium gluconate to reduce bleeding during planned C-section
This study tests whether giving calcium gluconate during a planned cesarean can reduce blood loss. It may be an option for women who are at least 35 weeks pregnant and have no conditions that affect calcium or heart rhythm.
BeershebaAges 18 years+ - NCT07476482Enrolling by invitation
Shared decision-making during planned C-section under spinal anesthesia
This trial tests whether involving you in decisions during your planned C-section can improve your experience. You will be awake under spinal anesthesia and the study focuses on helping you feel more in control.
AlexandriaAges 18 years+ - NCT07772219Recruiting
Holding technique for women having a planned cesarean delivery
This study compares two ways of holding the string during a planned cesarean delivery to see which one is more comfortable or effective. It may help improve the experience for mothers during the procedure.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07615595Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Dexamethasone to reduce side effects from spinal anesthesia during cesarean delivery
This study tests whether giving a steroid medication (dexamethasone) before spinal anesthesia can reduce uncomfortable side effects like nausea, vomiting, and low blood pressure during planned cesarean delivery. The goal is to help you feel better during and after your surgery.
Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi MinhAges 18 years+ - NCT07636421RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing two medications to prevent bleeding after planned C-section
This trial tests two medicines given during a planned C-section to see which is better at preventing heavy bleeding. It may help make delivery safer for healthy women having a scheduled cesarean.
Buraidah, Al-Qassim RegionAges 18–45 - NCT07187544Recruiting
Carbetocin and calcium for uterine tone during c-section
This study tests if giving carbetocin with calcium helps the uterus contract better after a planned c-section. It's for women at 37+ weeks without high risk for poor uterine tone.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–45 - NCT06355271Recruiting
Pain relief and recovery after planned C-section
This trial studies how well pain is controlled and how quickly women recover after a planned C-section under spinal anesthesia. It compares different pain relief methods to find the best approach.
BellinzonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06333340Recruiting
Comparing two medicines to prevent heavy bleeding after planned cesarean
This study compares two medicines—carbetocin and oxytocin—given during a planned cesarean to help prevent heavy bleeding after delivery. It is for women who have certain risk factors for uterine atony (when the uterus does not tighten up after birth).
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–50 - NCT07430358Recruiting
AI risk assessment for first-time mothers in labor
This trial tests whether artificial intelligence can help predict how labor will go for first-time mothers and whether a C-section might be needed. It involves women who are at full term with a single baby in head-down position and plan to deliver vaginally.
Jerusalem, IsraelAges 18 years+ - NCT07340970Recruiting
Sensory feelings during planned c-section
This study explores what sensations women feel during a planned cesarean delivery with spinal anesthesia. It may help understand how women experience touch, pressure, or other feelings during the procedure.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 19 years+ - NCT07790471Recruiting
Recovery checklists after cesarean delivery
This study looks at how following a recovery plan after a planned cesarean birth affects how well mothers feel and recover. It involves filling out questionnaires before and after the surgery to track your recovery.
Bursa, NilüferAges 18 years+ - NCT06927830Recruiting
Nausea & vomiting after planned C-section under spinal anesthesia
This research study looks at how often nausea and vomiting happen after a planned C-section with spinal anesthesia, when standard preventive medicine is given. If you are having a planned C-section with a single baby at over 37 weeks, this study may help doctors understand your risk better.
ChenéeAges 18 years+ - NCT07867106Recruiting
Discomfort during cesarean delivery under spinal anesthesia
This study asks patients about any discomfort they felt during their cesarean section while under spinal or epidural anesthesia. The goal is to understand and improve the birthing experience.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07852624Recruiting
Anesthesia during planned c-section and newborn hearing
This study compares two types of anesthesia used during planned cesarean deliveries to see if they affect the baby's hearing after birth. If you qualify, you would receive one of the standard anesthesia methods, and your baby's hearing would be checked shortly after delivery.
WenzhouAges 18–35 - NCT04799912Recruiting
Start labor at 39 weeks to reduce C-sections
This study compares two plans for first-time mothers: inducing labor at 39 weeks versus waiting for labor to start on its own. It aims to see whether induction lowers the chance of needing a C-section in low-risk pregnancies.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT07333729Recruiting
Spinal anesthesia's effect on baby's nervous system during C-section
This study looks at how spinal anesthesia during a planned C-section may affect the baby's autonomic nervous system, which controls things like heart rate and breathing. It aims to help doctors better understand how to keep both mother and baby safe.
LilleAges 18–45 - NCT06614829Recruiting
C-section wound closure: standard vs. a new skin closure system
This study compares two types of wound closure after a planned C-section to see which one patients prefer and how it affects healing. It uses a special skin closure system that may reduce scarring and improve your recovery experience.
North York, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07139522Recruiting
Dexamethasone or magnesium for pain relief after C-section
This trial tests adding dexamethasone or magnesium sulfate to the numbing medicine given as a back injection (erector spinae plane block) to see if it provides better pain relief after a planned C-section. The goal is to reduce pain and the need for extra painkillers after surgery.
CairoAges 18–35
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for elective cesarean delivery?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 22 recruiting elective cesarean delivery studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a elective cesarean delivery trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a elective cesarean delivery trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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