Comparing suture types to prevent C-section scar defects
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study compares two types of thread (suture) used to close the uterus after a first planned C-section. The goal is to see which thread leads to fewer scar defects (called isthmocele) that can cause pain or bleeding later.
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Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 45 years old.
- You are pregnant with one baby (not twins or more).
- You are between 37 and 42 weeks pregnant (full term).
- You are scheduled for your first planned C-section.
- You have not had any previous surgery on your uterus.
- You are not taking blood thinners, long-term steroids, or other drugs that affect healing.
- You do not have placenta previa or accreta.
- You do not have poorly controlled diabetes, high blood pressure, or thyroid disease.
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