Leg lift test may predict blood pressure drops in C-Section patients
NCT ID NCT05133271
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a passive leg raising test, done before spinal anesthesia, can predict low blood pressure in women having planned C-sections. Researchers measured heart function with ultrasound before and after raising the legs. They then tracked blood pressure drops and the need for medication during surgery. The goal was to see if this simple test could identify women at higher risk.
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 predict and prevent dangerous drops in blood pressure during C-sections, making the procedure safer.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed observational study with only 64 participants. The test may not be accurate enough for routine use, and results may not apply to all patients.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hôpital Necker-Enfants Malades
Paris, 75015, France
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