Comparing two ways to ripen the cervix for labor induction
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests two different methods of preparing the cervix for labor induction in first-time mothers. The goal is to see which approach is more likely to lead to a vaginal delivery.
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Who can take part
- You are pregnant with one baby, head-down, and at full term (37 weeks or more).
- This is your first pregnancy (you have never given birth before).
- You are receiving prenatal care and are eligible for outpatient cervical ripening.
- You are at least 18 years old.
- You do not have any major health issues with the baby, such as suspected chromosome problems or heart defects that need treatment after birth.
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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