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New treatment option for Induction of Labor
Official title Castor Oil Ingestion and Balloon Catheter for Labor Induction in Multiparous
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06335017
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this randomized controlled trial is to examine the efficacy of combining castor oil ingestion with extra-amniotic single balloon catheter for cervical ripening on time from induction to delivery in multiparous women. The main question it aims to answer are: Does the addition of the use of castor oil to extra-amniotic single balloon reduce the time until birth?
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 60, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Women above 18 years old
- Sign an informed consent
- Term pregnancy (\>37 weeks)
- Viable fetus
- Singleton
You likely can't join if
- Previous cesarean delivery
- Major fetal malformations
- Contraindication to spontaneous vaginal delivery
- Amniotic fluid index \>25cm
- Chorioamnionitis at admission
- Placental abruption
See the full eligibility criteria
- Women above 18 years old
- Sign an informed consent
- Term pregnancy (\>37 weeks)
- Viable fetus
- Singleton
- Vertex presentation
- Intact membranes
- Cervix with Bishop score ≤6
- Previous cesarean delivery
- Major fetal malformations
- Contraindication to spontaneous vaginal delivery
- Amniotic fluid index \>25cm
- Chorioamnionitis at admission
- Placental abruption
- Previous prostaglandin use for induction of labor
- A low-lying placenta (up to 2 cm from the internal os)
- Carriers of hepatitis B or C or human immunodeficiency viruses,
- Women with a history of allergy to latex.
- Women with a history of allergy to castor oil
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Nazareth, Israel
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years to 60 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Nazareth, Israel. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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