U.S., May 22 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT06983535) titled 'Comparing Outpatient and Inpatient Use of a Cervical Balloon for Starting Labor in Low-Risk Pregnancies.' on April 24.
Brief Summary: Why was this study done? About 20-30% of pregnancies involve labor being started artificially, known as induction. One way to do this is with a balloon catheter placed in the cervix, which helps prepare the body for labor. This mechanical method works just as well as using medication but may be safer for the baby, as it reduces the chances of the womb contracting too much (which can cause stress to the baby). Because it's safe and simple, this method could possibly be done at home instead of in the hos...