Puerperal infection
MONDO:0021742An infection occurring in puerperium, the period of 6-8 weeks after giving birth.
Also known as: Infection, Puerperal, Infections, Puerperal, Puerperal Infection, Puerperal Infections
9 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 9 tagged with Puerperal infection itself.
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Infection-Fighting stitches tested for C-Sections, but trial stopped early
Prevention Stopped earlyThis study tested whether using stitches coated with an antibacterial agent (triclosan) could reduce infections after cesarean delivery. Over 1,100 women were planned to take part, but the trial was stopped early. Because it was terminated, we cannot draw firm conclusions about w…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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A 12-minute video could save new mothers' lives – can it teach them to spot danger?
Knowledge-focused Stopped earlyThis trial tests whether a 12-minute educational video, shown at hospital discharge, improves new mothers' knowledge of warning signs for severe postpartum complications like hemorrhage, infection, and high blood pressure. Participants – who are Black, Latinx, multiracial, Medica…
Sponsor: Weill Medical College of Cornell University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC