Foley Balloon for Cervical Preparation Before Dilation and Evacuation
NCT: NCT06850974 · RECRUITING
Brief Summary
To evaluate the Foley Balloon technique for cervical preparation before second trimester surgical abortion between 16 and 21 weeks estimated gestational age in combination with misoprostol to prepare the cervix before dilation and evacuation (D\&E) instead of osmotic dilators (Laminaria). Specific Aim One: Assess definitively whether using a Foley Balloon and Misoprostol is non-inferior to osmotic dilators for cervical preparation before D\&E. Specific Aim Two: Evaluate patient satisfaction with the two methods of second trimester abortion. Specific Aim Three: Evaluate provider satisfaction with the two methods of second trimester abortion.
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What is Foley Balloon for Cervical Preparation Before Dilation and Evacuation?
Foley Balloon for Cervical Preparation Before Dilation and Evacuation is a clinical trial registered under NCT06850974. Current status: RECRUITING.
What is the status of NCT06850974?
The current status of NCT06850974 (Foley Balloon for Cervical Preparation Before Dilation and Evacuation) is: RECRUITING.
When did Foley Balloon for Cervical Preparation Before Dilation and Evacuation start?
Foley Balloon for Cervical Preparation Before Dilation and Evacuation started on 2025-02-10.
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