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New treatment option for Transperineal Ultrasound
Official title Pushing Using Real-time Sonographic Ultrasound Education
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07000240
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to assess whether the use of ultrasound during a pushing lesson can facilitate easier and safer childbirth. The research will be conducted at a single hospital and will involve pregnant women in their second trimester who enroll in an online childbirth course.
- 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 and older, women only
You may be able to join if
- Nulliparous women in their second trimester (approximately 14-28 weeks of gestation).
- Willingness to participate in the preparation training program on pushing techniques.
- Singleton pregnancy.
- Age 18 years or older.
- Ability to understand and provide informed consent in Italian.
You likely can't join if
- Multifetal (e.g., twins, triplets) pregnancies.
- Known obstetric complications or conditions that contraindicate a vaginal delivery (e.g., placenta previa).
- Medical or psychiatric conditions that would prevent participation in the educational program or adherence to study protocols.
- History of pelvic floor surgery or severe pelvic floor dysfunction that might affect participation or outcomes.
- Inability to understand study requirements or provide informed consent.
- Participants already enrolled in conflicting clinical trials or interventions that could influence the study's outcomes.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Nulliparous women in their second trimester (approximately 14-28 weeks of gestation).
- Willingness to participate in the preparation training program on pushing techniques.
- Singleton pregnancy.
- Age 18 years or older.
- Ability to understand and provide informed consent in Italian.
- Plan to deliver at the Fondazione Policlinico Agostino Gemelli IRCCS.
- Multifetal (e.g., twins, triplets) pregnancies.
- Known obstetric complications or conditions that contraindicate a vaginal delivery (e.g., placenta previa).
- Medical or psychiatric conditions that would prevent participation in the educational program or adherence to study protocols.
- History of pelvic floor surgery or severe pelvic floor dysfunction that might affect participation or outcomes.
- Inability to understand study requirements or provide informed consent.
- Participants already enrolled in conflicting clinical trials or interventions that could influence the study's outcomes.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Rome, RM, Italy
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Rome, RM, Italy. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.