New study tests propofol vs spinal analgesia for breech baby turn

NCT ID NCT06449430

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Fundacion para la Formacion e Investigacion Sanitarias de la Region de Murcia Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares two pain relief methods—propofol sedation and spinal analgesia with bupivacaine—during a procedure to turn breech babies (external cephalic version). The goal is to see which method leads to more successful turns and fewer complications. 270 pregnant women with breech babies will be randomly assigned to one of the two groups.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: propofol and bupivacaine
What this could lead to: If it works, this could show that propofol sedation is a better option for turning breech babies, potentially reducing the need for C-sections.
What could go wrong: This is a moderate-sized trial with no phase designation, so results may not be definitive. Both sedation and spinal analgesia carry risks like allergic reactions or temporary side effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

pregnancy disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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PREGNANCY COMPLICATIONS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Hospital Clínico Universitario Virgen de la Arrixaca
RECRUITING

Murcia, Murcia, 30120, Spain

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