Ultrasound-guided head rotation for a smoother labor
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests a technique where doctors use ultrasound to gently rotate the baby's head during labor if it is in a position that can make delivery harder. The goal is to help the baby get into a better position, potentially reducing complications and the need for cesarean sections.
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Who can take part
- You are pregnant with one baby and your baby is head-down.
- You are at full term (37 to 41 weeks of pregnancy).
- You are in active labor, with your cervix dilated about 5 to 7 centimeters.
- An ultrasound shows your baby's head is in a back-to-back or sideways position.
- You have no conditions that prevent a vaginal delivery, and you agree to the procedure.
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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