Saline rinse during cesarean delivery
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether rinsing the belly with salt water during a planned cesarean section can reduce complications. It may help you heal better after surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 40 years old.
- You are having a planned (not emergency) cesarean at 37 weeks or later.
- You are pregnant with one baby only.
- Your water has not broken before surgery.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 18.5 and 34.9.
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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