Eye reflex may flag hidden risk in cesarean births

NCT ID NCT07678723

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Al-Azhar University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 01, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study explores whether measuring how a woman's pupils react to light before spinal anesthesia can predict dangerous drops in blood pressure during planned cesarean sections. Researchers will observe 200 healthy pregnant women and track their pupil responses and blood pressure changes. The goal is to find a simple, non-invasive way to identify those at higher risk, so doctors can take preventive steps.

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 give doctors a simple, non-invasive way to identify women at higher risk of blood pressure drops during cesarean sections, allowing earlier preventive care.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only looks for a link between pupil response and blood pressure changes; it does not test any intervention. The results may not apply to all patients or settings.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hypotensive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CESAREAN DELIVERY HYPOTENSION SPINAL ANESTHESIA

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