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In this study, the investigators aim to investigate if artificial uterine contractions prior to elective caesarean section delivery may have an impact on the respiratory morbidity of term neonates.


Clinical Trial Description

Accumulating evidence suggests that the respiratory morbidity of infants is lower if delivered by caesarean section after the spontaneous onset of uterine contractions, or after oxytocin exposure. Moreover, benefits for the mother due to stretching of the lower uterine segment and possible lower blood loss are plausible. In obstetrics, there is a well described and standardized way to induce artificial uterine contractions in order to predict fetal wellbeing and tolerance of labor, without inducing the labor itself. This is the oxytocin challenge test (OCT). Although the OCT has not been performed previously in the context of planned elective caesarean section deliveries, it is generally considered a safe procedure if appropriate monitoring is granted. Hence evaluation of the role of artificial uterine contractions in perinatal respiratory morbidity of term infants delivered by elective caesarean section is possible and of interest. ;


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NCT number NCT03899597
Study type Interventional
Source Institute for the Care of Mother and Child, Prague, Czech Republic
Contact Ivan Berka, MD
Phone 0042296511807
Email ivan.berka@upmd.eu
Status Not yet recruiting
Phase N/A
Start date January 30, 2024
Completion date December 30, 2025

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