Which anesthesia is safer for dangerous placenta condition? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07406841

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

Placenta accreta is a serious pregnancy problem where the placenta grows too deeply into the womb, raising risks of heavy bleeding and other complications during C-section. This study looks back at the records of 50 women to compare spinal anesthesia versus general anesthesia, focusing on blood loss, need for medications, and newborn health scores. The goal is to see if one method leads to better outcomes for both mother and baby.

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What this could lead to
If the results show one anesthesia method is safer, it could help doctors choose the best approach for mothers with placenta accreta, potentially reducing complications.
What could go wrong
This is a small, retrospective study that only looks back at medical records, so it cannot prove cause and effect. The findings may not apply to all hospitals or patients.

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Participants

About 50 people

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Expected to start

Feb 2026

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Expected to finish

Mar 2026

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

The study population consists of pregnant women diagnosed with placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) who underwent elective cesarean delivery at Gaziantep City Hospital. Participants were identified retrospectively from hospital medical records and anesthesia charts. Only patients with singleton pregnancies and complete perioperative and neonatal data were included in the analysis. The population reflects routine clinical practice in the management of PAS at a tertiary care center.

Ages

18 to 45 years

Sex

Female participants only

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Inclusion Criteria: * Pregnant patients diagnosed with placenta accreta spectrum (PAS), Undergoing elective cesarean delivery, Receiving either spinal anesthesia or general anesthesia during cesarean section, Singleton pregnancy, Availability of complete medical and anesthesia records related to surgery and perioperative management Exclusion Criteria: Patients without a diagnosis of PAS, Emergency (non-elective) cesarean deliveries, Use of anesthesia techniques other than spinal or general anesthesia, Multiple pregnancy (twins or more) ,Incomplete or missing medical/anesthesia records, Missing key perioperative or neonatal outcome data

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