Patient-reported outcomes for postpartum abdominal wall weakness
Part of Injuries & trauma, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study asks women who have a weakened or separated belly wall after pregnancy to report on their symptoms and quality of life before and after their regular treatment (including surgery). The goal is to learn how surgery affects daily life and well-being.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman between 18 and 65 years old
- It has been at least 6 months since you gave birth
- You have been diagnosed with postpartum abdominal wall insufficiency (a condition where the belly muscles are weak or separated after pregnancy)
- You are receiving routine care for this at the study site, which may include surgery
- You are not currently pregnant and do not plan to become pregnant during the study (about 12 months)
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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