Assessing external cephalic version for breech pregnancies
Breech External Cephalic Version Intervention Trial- A Prospective Study
Charite University, Berlin, Germany · NCT03827226
This study is testing if a procedure called external cephalic version can help turn breech babies into the head-down position before delivery for pregnant women starting from 36 weeks.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Charite University, Berlin, Germany (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Berlin-Mitte) |
| Trial ID | NCT03827226 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study evaluates the effectiveness of external cephalic version (ECV) in managing breech presentations in pregnant women starting from 36 weeks of gestation. The primary goal is to determine the success rate of ECV in facilitating the turning of the fetus to a head-down position before delivery. Participants will provide written consent and be monitored throughout the process to assess outcomes. The study is conducted at Charité University Hospital in Berlin, Germany.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are pregnant women over 18 years old with a breech presentation at 36 weeks of gestation.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions such as placenta previa or fetal abnormalities may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could reduce the need for cesarean deliveries in breech pregnancies.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown varying success rates for external cephalic version, indicating that this approach has been tested but may still hold potential for improvement.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Presence of the written consent of the patients. * The patients must be over 18 years old . * No limit in the ability to consent. Exclusion criteria: * Age under 18 * Limited ability to consent * Placenta previa * Fetal abnormalities
Where this trial is running
Berlin-Mitte
- Charité University Hospital — Berlin-Mitte, Germany (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Larry Hinkson, FRCOG — Consultant in Obstetrics
- Study coordinator: Larry Hinkson, FRCOG
- Email: Larry.Hinkson@charite.de
- Phone: 0049 (0)30450564015
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Breech Presentation