Can iron after C-Section ward off postpartum depression?

NCT ID NCT06833788

First seen Jun 05, 2026 · Last updated Jun 16, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether giving iron through a vein (IV) is better than iron pills for treating anemia after a C-section and lowering the risk of postpartum depression. About 2860 women with moderate anemia after delivery will be randomly assigned to one of the two treatments. The main goal is to see which method reduces depression symptoms 8 weeks after birth.

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Locations

  • CHU Armand -Trousseau, AP-HP Service d'anesthésie-réanimation chirurgicale

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    Paris, 75012, France

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