Timing of dressing removal after c-section in women with obesity
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Infections, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at whether removing the surgical dressing sooner or later after a C-section affects how well the wound heals in women with a higher body weight. It may help find the best way to care for the incision and reduce healing problems.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman between 18 and 35 years old.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 30 or higher, meaning you have obesity.
- You are having a cesarean delivery (C-section) with a horizontal cut and the skin closed with stitches or staples.
- You do not have an infection or fever at the time of surgery.
- You are able to return for scheduled follow-up appointments after delivery.
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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