Amniotic Fluid Analysis with IUPC for Labor Complications

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Overseen byAdam Crosland, MD

Age: 18 - 65

Sex: Female

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Phase < 1

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: Oregon Health and Science University

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?This is a prospective study that will aid in ensuring the feasibility of timely and correct aspiration of amniotic fluid by study research team that include the clinical team taking care of the patient during her labor, timely transport and interpretation of specimens. It will also assist in providing information for the computation of necessary statistical measures (e.g. sample size, power analysis, etc.) for the study cohorts that lack the needed data in the medical literature.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for pregnant individuals with a single baby, at least 37 weeks into their pregnancy, and aged 18 or older. It's focused on those experiencing labor complications.

Inclusion Criteria

Singleton pregnancy

Gestational age ≥ 37 weeks

I am 18 years old or older.

Participant Groups

The study is testing the impact of using an intrauterine pressure catheter (IUPC) during labor versus not using it. The goal is to see how well amniotic fluid can be collected and analyzed in both scenarios.

2Treatment groups

Active Control

Group I: Intrauterine pressure catheter (IUPC) absentActive Control1 Intervention

No IUPC is required

Group II: Intrauterine pressure catheter (IUPC) presentActive Control1 Intervention

An IUPC is placed through the standard of care.