New ultrasound test may predict dangerous blood pressure drop during C-Sections
NCT ID NCT05953129
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether a simple ultrasound of the jugular vein and certain shock indices can predict low blood pressure after spinal anesthesia in C-sections. Researchers measured the jugular vein collapsibility index and several shock indices in 60 pregnant women. The goal was to see if these measurements could help doctors spot and manage low blood pressure early, making the procedure safer.
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 study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The methods need more testing before routine use.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Gaziosmanpasa Training Research Hospital
Istanbul, 34255, Turkey (Türkiye)
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