Structured contraceptive counseling for pregnant women
Evaluating Effects of Prepartum Structured Contraceptive Counseling to Increase Postpartum Use of Long-acting Reversible Contraception
NA · Dalarna University · NCT05550064
This study tests if providing organized birth control counseling to pregnant women helps them use long-lasting contraception after having their babies.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 160 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Dalarna University (other) |
| Locations | 4 sites (Falun and 3 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05550064 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the impact of structured contraceptive counseling provided during pregnancy on the uptake of contraception after childbirth, particularly focusing on long-acting reversible contraceptive methods. It aims to gather insights into both patient and provider experiences with this counseling approach. By addressing the common issue of unintended pregnancies, the study seeks to improve contraceptive practices among new mothers.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are women aged 18 and older, who are at least 30 weeks pregnant and will need contraception for at least six months after delivery.
Not a fit: Patients who have language barriers affecting participation, are undergoing assisted fertilization, or have planned sterilization of their partner may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly reduce the rates of unintended pregnancies among women postpartum.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach is informed by previous studies on contraceptive counseling, the specific structured counseling during pregnancy is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years or older, gestational week 30 or more, need for contraception 6 months or more after delivery Exclusion Criteria: \- Language barrier that affects participation when an interpreter is not available, assisted fertilization, planned sterilization of partner, use of contraception for other purposes than pregnancy prevention.
Where this trial is running
Falun and 3 other locations
- Health Care Region Dalarna — Falun, Sweden (RECRUITING)
- Health Care Region Värmland — Karlstad, Sweden (RECRUITING)
- Health Care Region Örebro Län — Örebro, Sweden (RECRUITING)
- Health Care Region Uppsala — Uppsala, Sweden (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Niklas Envall, PhD — Dalarna University
- Study coordinator: Niklas Envall, PhD
- Email: nen@du.se
- Phone: +46704090925
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: Contraception, Intrauterine Device, Contraceptive Implant, Long-acting Reversible Contraception, Counseling