Timing of blood thinners after childbirth bleeding may prevent clots without causing more harm
NCT ID NCT07689136
First seen Jul 08, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study examines the best time to start blood thinners in women who have had severe bleeding after childbirth. Researchers are looking at whether starting blood thinners within 24 hours or later affects the risk of blood clots or further bleeding. The goal is to find a balance that protects mothers from dangerous clots without increasing bleeding complications.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Low Molecular Weight Heparin (LMWH) or Unfractionated Heparin (UFH)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help doctors decide the safest time to start blood thinners after severe postpartum bleeding, reducing the risk of dangerous blood clots without increasing bleeding.
- What could go wrong
- This is a retrospective study, meaning it looks back at past records, so it cannot prove cause and effect. The results may not apply to all hospitals or patients.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Center of Maternity and Neonatology of Tunis (CMNT)
Tunis, 1007, Tunisia
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