Which progesterone works best to stop preterm birth? 820 women studied

NCT ID NCT07307092

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at 820 pregnant women at high risk for early labor who had a cervical stitch (cerclage). Researchers compared two ways of giving progesterone—shots into muscle versus rectal suppositories—to see which better prevents preterm birth before 37 weeks. The goal was to find the most effective method to prolong pregnancy and improve newborn health.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cervical incompetence Obstetric Labor, Premature

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CIMS Bahawalpur

    Bahawalpur, Punjab Province, 63100, Pakistan