Heavy bleeding after birth linked to depression and anxiety risk

NCT ID NCT03120208

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Summary

This study investigates whether women who experience heavy bleeding (postpartum hemorrhage) after childbirth are more likely to develop depression, anxiety, or stress in the following year. Researchers will follow over 1,200 women who had a hemorrhage and compare them to those who did not, using standard mental health questionnaires at 2, 6, and 12 months after delivery. The goal is to understand the psychological impact of this common birth complication.

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 this study finds a link, it could lead to better screening and support for mental health after postpartum hemorrhage.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all populations.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

postpartum depression Postpartum Hemorrhage

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

POSTPARTUM ANXIETY POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION POSTPARTUM HEMORRHAGE POSTPARTUM STRESS POSTPARTUM WOMEN

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Locations

CHU Clermont-Ferrand

Clermont-Ferrand, 63003, France

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