Uterus repair methods during cesarean delivery study
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study compares two different surgical techniques for repairing the uterus after a cesarean section (C-section). Researchers want to see which method helps the uterus work better after surgery and may inform safer practices for future pregnancies.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 55 years old
- You are scheduled to have a planned or semi-urgent cesarean section (not an extreme emergency)
- You have time to discuss the study and provide consent before your surgery
- You are willing to be randomly assigned to one of two surgical repair techniques
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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