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Timing matters: study reveals optimal gap between C-Sections

NCT ID NCT06491368

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Al-Azhar University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at 201 women who had repeat C-sections to find the best time gap between surgeries. Researchers compared intervals from less than 12 months to over 48 months, tracking complications like bleeding, injuries, and blood transfusions. The goal is to help doctors and patients choose the safest timing for a repeat C-section.

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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors recommend the safest time gap between C-sections to lower complications.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It can show links but not prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all women.

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Study facts

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Participants

201 people

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Started

Jul 2024

Finished

Jun 2025

Lead sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

The study population consists of 200 women who have undergone previous Cesarean sections and are scheduled for elective Cesarean sections. Participants are categorized into five groups based on the time interval since their last Cesarean section: Less than 18 months, 18-24 months, 25-36 months, 37-48 months, and more than 48 months. This study aims to compare maternal and neonatal outcomes across these different interval groups to determine the optimal interval between consecutive Cesarean sections for improving maternal and neonatal health outcomes.

Ages

20 to 42 years

Sex

Female participants only

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 20-42 years. * Full-term pregnant women more than 37 weeks gestation. * Women with a history of at least one previous cesarean section, planning an elective repeated cesarean section. Exclusion Criteria: * Women with contraindications to cesarean section * Those with emergency indications * Multiple pregnancies * Pre-existing maternal or fetal conditions affecting outcomes.

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Cesarean section complications

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Al-Hussein University Hospital

    Cairo, 11633, Egypt

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