Comparing two surgical techniques for uterine scar defects
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study compares two different ways of closing a surgical defect in the uterus (called an isthmocele) that develops after a cesarean section. The trial tests whether one closure technique produces better outcomes than the other for women experiencing symptoms like abnormal bleeding, pelvic pain, or difficulty getting pregnant.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman aged 18–45 years old
- You have had at least one prior cesarean section (C-section)
- You have been diagnosed with an isthmocele (a defect in the uterine wall confirmed by ultrasound)
- You are experiencing symptoms from the isthmocele, such as abnormal bleeding, pelvic pain, painful periods, or trouble conceiving
- You are not currently pregnant
- You are willing and able to attend follow-up appointments after surgery
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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