Using ultrasound to predict turning a breech baby
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at using ultrasound to help predict whether a procedure to turn a breech baby to a head-down position (called external cephalic version) will be successful. The goal is to give mothers better information about their chances of avoiding a C-section.
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Who can take part
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- You are pregnant with one baby only (not twins or more).
- Your baby is in a breech position (bottom or feet first) and you want to try turning it.
- You are at least 37 weeks pregnant.
- You have not had prior uterine surgery (like a C-section) and have no other reason for a planned C-section.
- You agree to participate and sign a consent form.
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