Chilling the womb: could cold sponges during C-Section save lives?
NCT ID NCT02910115
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether placing cold, wet sponges on the uterus during a cesarean delivery could help it contract better, reducing blood loss and the need for extra drugs or a hysterectomy. Only 8 women participated before the trial was stopped early. The results are too limited to draw any firm conclusions.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Cold laparotomy sponges (cold, wet sponges applied to the uterus) and Pitocin (a drug to help the uterus contract)
What this could lead to
If it worked, cooling the uterus during C-section might help reduce bleeding and the need for extra drugs or emergency hysterectomy.
What could go wrong
The trial was terminated early with only 8 participants, so results are very limited. It is unclear if cooling is safe or effective.
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