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New study tests propofol vs spinal analgesia for breech baby turn

NCT ID NCT06449430

Symptom relief Sponsor: Fundacion para la Formacion e Investigacion Sanitarias de la Region de Murcia Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares two pain relief methods—propofol sedation and spinal analgesia with bupivacaine—during a procedure to turn breech babies (external cephalic version). The goal is to see which method leads to more successful turns and fewer complications. 270 pregnant women with breech babies will be randomly assigned to one of the two groups.

What this could mean

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Active substance
propofol and bupivacaine
What this could lead to
If it works, this could show that propofol sedation is a better option for turning breech babies, potentially reducing the need for C-sections.
What could go wrong
This is a moderate-sized trial with no phase designation, so results may not be definitive. Both sedation and spinal analgesia carry risks like allergic reactions or temporary side effects.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 270 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Jul 2024

Expected to finish

Nov 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Voluntary participation. * Older than 18 years. * Non-cephalic presentation. * Desire to attempt a vaginal birth. * Normal blood count and coagulation prior to the intervention Exclusion Criteria: * Age under 18 years old. * Multiple gestation. * Cephalic presentation. * Risk of fetal compromise. * Unexplained active bleeding. * Absolute contraindication for vaginal delivery (Placenta Previa) * 2 or more previous cesarean sections. * Previous myomectomy with entry into the uterine cavity * Maternal fever. * Thrombocytopenia (\<85,000 platelets). * Maternal spinal anomaly. * Intolerance or allergy to Propofol or any of its components. * Intolerance or allergy to bupivacaine or any of its components. * Contraindication for intrathecal sedation or analgesia

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Conditions

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pregnancy disorder

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Pregnancy complications

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Locations

  • Hospital Clínico Universitario Virgen de la Arrixaca

    RECRUITING

    Murcia, Murcia, 30120, Spain

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