Comparing blood pressure at arm vs ankle during planned cesarean
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study compares blood pressure measurements taken at the ankle versus the arm during planned cesarean delivery. It helps doctors find a reliable way to monitor your blood pressure during surgery when the arm cuff may not work well.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled for a planned cesarean (not an emergency) and will be awake with a spinal or epidural.
- You are at least 35 weeks pregnant (not premature).
- You are carrying only one baby (not twins or more).
- You do not have high blood pressure, blood vessel disease, or severe obesity (BMI 40 or higher).
- You can give consent in English or French.
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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