Using Dexamethasone to Prevent Post-surgery Bowel Issues After Cesarean Sections

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 clinical trial investigates the effectiveness of Dexamethasone in preventing postoperative ileus, a common complication following cesarean sections. The study will involve patients aged 18-40 who are undergoing elective or semi-elective surgeries under spinal anesthesia. Participants will receive either Dexamethasone or a saline solution to assess the impact on gastrointestinal recovery post-surgery. The trial aims to address the underlying mechanisms of postoperative ileus and improve recovery times for patients.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* •All participants will sign an informed consent prior to inclusion in the study.

  * All patients 18-40 years of full-term singleton pregnancy (37-41 weeks).,
  * American Society of Anaesthesiologists (ASA) classification class I and II scheduled.
  * for elective or semi-elective surgery (category 3 and 4 Caesarean sections).
  * All patients under spinal anesthesia for a Single baby pregnancy of more than 32 weeks will be included in this study.

Exclusion Criteria:

* will be patients' height \< 150 or \> 180 cm.
* Body mass index (BMI) \>35 kg m-2.
* Contraindication or refusal to undergo regional anesthesia.
* any cardiovascular disease including arrhythmias and severe stenotic valvular heart disease.any renal or hepatic diseased patients.

Where it's running

• woman health hospital , Assiut university
  Asyut, Egypt Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Ghada Abo Elfadl, MD
• Email: ghadafadl77@gmail.com
• Phone: 01005802086

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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.