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Twin Birth Study

The Twin birth study: A multicentre randomised controlled trial comparing planned vaginal birth to planned Caesarean Section of twins more than or equal to 32 weeks gestation to assess neonatal mortality and/or serious neonatal morbidity during the first 28 days after birth.

Sponsor

Maternal, Infant and Reproductive Health Research Unit

Enrollment

2,800 participants

Start Date

Dec 1, 2003

Study Type

Interventional

Conditions

Twin pregnancy where twin A is cephalic and the gestational age is between 32-38 weeks.

Summary

To conduct a multicentre international RCT comparing planned vaginal birth for twins, when twin A is cephalic and 32-38 weeks gestation, to planned caesarean section.

Eligibility

Sex: FemalesMin Age: 32 WeekssMax Age: 38 Weekss

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is comparing planned vaginal birth with planned caesarean section (C-section) for women pregnant with twins, when the first twin is in the head-down position. In many hospitals, twins are automatically delivered by C-section, but this trial aims to find out whether a planned vaginal birth is just as safe for both mother and babies when the conditions are right. You may be eligible if: - You are pregnant with twins - The first twin (twin A) is positioned head-down - You are between 32 and 38 weeks pregnant - Both babies are alive - Each baby is estimated to weigh between 1,500 and 4,000 grams You may NOT be eligible if: - Your twins share one amniotic sac (monoamniotic twins) - Either baby has a life-threatening abnormality - There is a medical reason why labour or vaginal birth is not safe for you Talk to your doctor about whether this trial might be right for you.

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Interventions

Planned vaginal birth vs caesarean section planned

Locations(1)

Canada

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