Evaluating membrane stripping for cervical ripening in labor induction

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This interventional study aims to assess the effectiveness of membrane stripping compared to double balloon catheter induction for cervical ripening in women undergoing labor induction. The study will evaluate the time required for cervical ripening, delivery duration, and maternal and fetal outcomes associated with both methods. Participants will include women with a cervical dilation of at least 1 cm and full-term pregnancies, while those with contraindications to vaginal delivery will be excluded.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients aged 18 and above
* Patients with a cervical dilation of at least 1 cm
* Full-term pregnancy
* Cephalic presentation
* No contraindication to vaginal delivery

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with rupture of membranes
* Patients who do not require cervical ripening and proceed directly to the delivery room for induction with oxytocin
* Patients for whom the use of a double-balloon catheter/PGE2 is contraindicated
* Twin pregnancies
* Pregnancies with macrosomic fetuses where vaginal delivery is contraindicated
* Patients with maternal or fetal pathologies that do not allow for vaginal delivery due to concerns about fetal or maternal distress

Where it's running

• Meir Medical Center
  Kfar Saba, Central District, Israel Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Gal Cohen, MD
• Email: galcwork@gmail.com
• Phone: +972545915788

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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.