Misoprostol before planned c-section
Treatments studied
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This trial tests if giving misoprostol before a planned c-section can help reduce bleeding. It might make the surgery safer for women who meet certain criteria.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled for a planned (elective) c-section
- You are younger than 35 years old
- You are less than 38 weeks pregnant (confirmed by ultrasound or last period date)
- You are carrying one baby with no major birth defects
- You have not had 2 or more previous c-sections
- You do not have conditions like preeclampsia, diabetes, low amniotic fluid, or growth problems with the baby
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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