Misoprostol for pregnancy loss in the second trimester
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests a medicine called misoprostol to help the body expel the pregnancy after the baby has passed away (missed abortion) in the second trimester. The goal is to safely and effectively complete the procedure without surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 40 years old.
- Your pregnancy is between 18 and 24 weeks, and the baby has no heartbeat.
- Your cervix is not yet softened or open (a doctor will check this).
- You have had no more than one previous C-section.
- You do not have severe anemia, high blood pressure, diabetes, or a bleeding disorder.
- You are not allergic to prostaglandins (like misoprostol) and do not have severe asthma.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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