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Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up Women only

Comparing wound closure methods after C-sections

Official title: Patient Reported Experiences and Outcomes Associated with C-Section Wound Closure Bundle

Run by North York General Hospital · NCT06614829 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if a new way to close C-section wounds using special sutures and glue can help women feel better and heal more effectively compared to the usual method.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexWomen only
Enrollment68 (estimated)
SponsorNorth York General Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (North York, Ontario)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 22, 2024
Main results expectedJune 2025
Study endsDecember 2025
Registry record updatedNovember 29, 2024
Trial IDNCT06614829 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are women aged 18 and older who are planning an elective C-section and have access to the necessary technology to participate.

Probably not a fit

Patients who require an unplanned emergency C-section or have conditions that may complicate their surgery will not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the outcomes of standard wound closure versus a wound closure bundle that includes Stratafix sutures and Dermabond PRINEO in women undergoing cesarean delivery. Participants will complete established questionnaires to capture their experiences and outcomes following the procedure. The goal is to determine if the innovative closure method leads to better patient-reported experiences and outcomes compared to the standard approach.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved recovery experiences and outcomes for women undergoing cesarean sections.

How similar studies have gone: Similar studies have shown promising results with innovative wound closure techniques, suggesting potential benefits in patient outcomes.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria 
Inclusion Criteria:

1. Patient must be 18 years of age or older at time of recruitment
2. Patients opting for a planned (elective) C-Section (13-36 weeks gestation) will be eligible to consent.
3. Patients must have internet access and/or a smartphone in order to access the digital platform to complete the study questionnaires
4. Patients must speak and write in English as study questionnaires will only be provided in English
5. Patients must have coverage from the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP)

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Patients assessed by the participating surgeon with any conditions that may compromise their:

   * Ability to consent or use the virtual care platform (e.g., patients with intellectual disabilities)
   * Expectation of significant maternal complications that may affect the surgery
2. Patients who enroll in the study but have an unplanned emergency C-section

Where it's running

  • North York General Hospital
    North York, Ontario, Canada     Recruiting

Study contacts

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.