Vaginal birth after two cesareans
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests if women who have had two previous cesarean sections can safely have a vaginal birth. It includes pregnant women past 34 weeks with a baby in head-down position.
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Who can take part
- You are pregnant and past 34 weeks.
- Your baby is in a head-down (cephalic) position.
- You have had two previous cesarean sections.
- At least 18 months have passed since your last cesarean.
- You are carrying one baby or twins that each have their own amniotic sac (diamniotic).
- You have no other medical reasons that require a cesarean.
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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