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.
Maternal, Infant and Reproductive Health Research Unit
2,800 participants
Dec 1, 2003
Interventional
Conditions
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
Inclusion Criteria1
- Twins where twin A is cephalic, gestational age 32-38 weeks, estimated fetal weight 1500-4000g, both twins alive.
Exclusion Criteria1
- monoamniotic twins, lethal fetal anomaly, contraindication to labour or vaginal birth.
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Interventions
Planned vaginal birth vs caesarean section planned
Locations(1)
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ACTRN12606000267550