C-Section bladder flap may be unnecessary, new study suggests
NCT ID NCT07634679
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Aug 12, 2026 · Updated 5 times
Summary
This study looks at whether making a bladder flap during a first C-section affects the formation of a scar defect (niche) in the uterus. Researchers will compare women who get a bladder flap to those who don't, using an ultrasound 6-8 weeks after delivery. The goal is to see if skipping the flap reduces scar problems that can cause symptoms or complications in later pregnancies.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help doctors decide whether to use a bladder flap during C-sections to reduce scar-related complications in future pregnancies.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage study with only 130 participants, so results may not apply to all women. The outcome is based on ultrasound findings, not long-term health effects.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Jack D. Weiler Hospital - Einstein Campus
RECRUITINGThe Bronx, New York, 10461, United States
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Montefiore Einstein Hospital - Wakefield Campus
RECRUITINGThe Bronx, New York, 10466, United States