CESAREAN SECTION COMPLICATIONS

This study tested a new device called the DAISY uterine drain, which uses gentle suction to remove blood from the uterus after a C-section. Ten women having planned C-sections received the drain, and five surgeons provided feedback on how easy it was to use. The goal was to see i…

This study tested two drugs, norepinephrine and ephedrine, to prevent and treat low blood pressure during planned C-sections under spinal anesthesia. 196 healthy pregnant women were randomly assigned to receive one of the two drugs. Researchers tracked how many doses were needed …

This study tested two ways to reduce bleeding during laparoscopic surgery to repair a cesarean scar niche, a complication of C-sections. One method uses a local injection of vasopressin to constrict blood vessels, while the other temporarily clamps the uterine arteries. The trial…

This study tested a new way of stitching the uterus after a first-time C-section to see if it could prevent a scar defect called a 'niche.' 380 women were randomly assigned to get either the new stitch method or the standard one. The researchers then used ultrasound to check for …

This study tested a simple change during repeat C-sections: removing the old scar before closing the uterus. Researchers wanted to see if this would prevent a 'niche' (a pocket in the scar) that can cause bleeding and pain. 170 women having a repeat C-section took part. The goal …

This study looked at whether a simple ultrasound of the jugular vein and certain shock indices can predict low blood pressure after spinal anesthesia in C-sections. Researchers measured the jugular vein collapsibility index and several shock indices in 60 pregnant women. The goal…

This study tested a device called the Hypotension Prediction Index (HPI) to see if it can reduce low blood pressure during planned C-sections. Low blood pressure after spinal anesthesia can harm both mother and baby. The device alerts doctors before blood pressure drops, so they …

This study tested whether osteopathic manipulation—a hands-on, drug-free therapy—can reduce low back pain caused by scar tissue after a cesarean section. Thirty women who had a C-section at least six months prior and had low back pain were split into two groups: one received oste…

This study tested a new monitoring system that predicts when a mother's blood pressure might drop dangerously during a planned C-section. The device uses a finger cuff to continuously measure blood pressure and an algorithm to warn doctors before a drop occurs. Researchers compar…

This study looked at 100 healthy women having a planned or non-labor cesarean delivery to see which drug works better as a first-line treatment to prevent nausea and vomiting after surgery. Participants received either dexamethasone or ondansetron, and researchers tracked how man…

This study looked at 166 women who had abnormal bleeding after a C-section due to a uterine scar. It compared two hormone treatments: birth control pills and a hormonal IUD. The goal was to see which one better reduced spotting and improved quality of life.

This study tested whether drinking an energy drink before a planned C-section keeps the mother as warm as using a warming mattress during surgery. 302 women having elective C-sections took part. The goal was to see which method better prevents a drop in body temperature during th…

This study tested whether taking misoprostol under the tongue two hours before surgery for uterine niche (a scar complication after C-section) helps reduce postmenstrual spotting. Fifty-six women with prior C-section and abnormal bleeding were randomly assigned to receive misopro…

This study looked at whether using virtual reality (VR) can help women recover their abdominal muscles after a cesarean section. Eighty women who had a C-section took part. The idea is that VR can create a calming, engaging environment that may reduce stress and improve recovery.…

This study tested whether using forced air warming on different body parts during cesarean sections can prevent hypothermia (low body temperature) and shivering in mothers. 35 pregnant women were divided into groups: warming lower body, upper body, whole body, or no warming. The …

This study tested whether a simple pocket booklet and regular training for doctors and midwives could reduce stillbirths and improve care during childbirth. Over 65,000 women and their newborns were followed across five hospitals in Tanzania. The goal was to see if practical, low…

This study looked at whether using a bladder catheter during planned C-sections is necessary. 60 women were randomly assigned to either have a catheter or not. Researchers measured how long it took to recover and go home, how soon they could walk, and rates of urinary tract infec…

This study looked at 750 first-time mothers who had a C-section and wanted birth control. Half got a copper IUD placed right after delivery, and the other half took progesterone-only pills. The goal was to see if the IUD increased the chance of a scar defect (niche) in the uterus…

This study looked at 201 women who had repeat C-sections to find the best time gap between surgeries. Researchers compared intervals from less than 12 months to over 48 months, tracking complications like bleeding, injuries, and blood transfusions. The goal is to help doctors and…

This study looked at 1,000 women who gave birth at age 45 or older to understand the risks and complications they face. Researchers examined issues like preterm birth, delivery complications, and how long mothers stayed in the hospital. The goal was to gather information to help …

This study reviewed the medical records of 649 women who had heavy bleeding (at least 1 liter) after a C-section. Researchers looked at how many needed blood transfusions, intensive care, or other treatments. The goal was to better understand what happens to these patients, not t…

This completed study looked at how common poor sleep is after a C-section when spinal morphine is used for pain relief. Researchers followed 286 mothers and measured sleep quality, pain, nausea, and itching on the first night after surgery. The goal was to understand which factor…

This study looked at whether an Obstetric Comorbidity Index can predict severe health problems in women who had a C-section and experienced heavy bleeding. Researchers reviewed the records of 583 patients to see how well the index identified those at highest risk. The goal is to …

This completed study followed 477 women in Denmark who had a planned cesarean delivery. Researchers used text-message surveys to track pain levels, medication use, and how pain affected daily life over several months. The goal was to better understand how common persistent pain i…