Which technique prevents birth tears better? finnish vs viennese method tested
NCT ID NCT07537842
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at 60 first-time mothers to compare two techniques (Finnish and Viennese) used to protect the perineum during the pushing stage of labor. The goal was to see which method reduces the chance of tearing. After delivery, a doctor who didn't know which technique was used checked for tears. The results will help identify a safer approach for childbirth.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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60 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Aug 2025
- Finished
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Mar 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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20 to 35 years
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Full-term (37 - 42 weeks, assessed through LMP) * Singleton pregnancy (assessed on antenatal scan) * Primigravida * In active labor Exclusion Criteria: * Fetal presentation other than cephalic (confirmed on USG) * Patients converted to cesarean delivery
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Nishtar Medical University
Multan, Punjab Province, 60000, Pakistan
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