How common postpartum depression is among patients at the CHUM GARE high‑risk postpartum clinic
Prevalence of Postpartum Depression Among Patients of the CHUM GARE Clinic
This project will test using the EPDS plus a referral algorithm to see how common postpartum depression is among patients at CHUM's high‑risk postpartum clinic.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM) Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Montreal, Quebec) |
| Trial ID | NCT07200323 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This is a prospective observational project at the CHUM high‑risk pregnancy clinic that will screen 100 postpartum patients using the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) during their scheduled postpartum visit. Patients scoring 13 or higher on the EPDS will be guided by a standardized clinical decision algorithm that recommends follow‑up and referrals. Two follow‑up phone calls at two and six weeks will confirm whether recommended referrals were completed and record time to access services. The study will also explore clinical characteristics that are associated with higher EPDS scores.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Adults (18+) who gave birth within the past 4 weeks to 6 months, can understand French or English, and are physically present for their postpartum visit at the CHUM high‑risk pregnancy clinic are ideal candidates.
Not a fit: Patients who cannot understand or complete the EPDS, who decline consent, or who do not attend an in‑person postpartum visit at CHUM may not receive benefit from this protocol.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the protocol could help identify more mothers with postpartum depression earlier and connect them to appropriate care faster.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs using the EPDS for systematic screening have improved detection of postpartum depression in other clinical settings, though implementation and follow‑up practices vary.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients aged 18 years or more * Patient who gave birth within the last 4 weeks to 6 months * Ability to understand French or English and complete the EPDS questionnaire * Physically present at their post-partum visit at the clinic Exclusion Criteria: * Inability to comprehend and/or complete the EPDS * Declines participation or does not provide informed consent
Where this trial is running
Montreal, Quebec
- Centre Hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal — Montreal, Quebec, Canada (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Anne Lavoie, MD — Chum
- Study coordinator: Anne Lavoie, MD
- Email: anne.lavoie.med@ssss.gouv.qc.ca
- Phone: 514-890-8000
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.