Medical Information Only. Consult your healthcare provider before considering clinical trial enrollment.
Cesarean Section clinical trials
Every US clinical trial registered for Cesarean Section — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.
15 US clinical trials · 3 currently recruiting
The research picture
Cesarean Section has 15 registered US clinical trials, 3 of them open to new participants right now — about 20% of the total.
- 3
- recruiting participants now
- 20%
- of trials open to enrollment
- 4
- in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
- 1
- top sponsor: Winthrop University Hospital
Counts reflect the public ClinicalTrials.gov registry as last mirrored by PlainTrial. Status and phase are reported by each study's sponsor. This is reference information, not medical advice.
Active & Recent Trials
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation for Post-Cesarean Pain Control
Hawaii Pacific Health
NCT04399707
Post-operative Cesarean Trial of Pain Control
University of Colorado, Denver
NCT05131178
Intrathecal Dexmedetomidine vs Epinephrine
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
NCT06418308
Seprafilm® Adhesion Barrier and Cesarean Delivery
Winthrop University Hospital
NCT00565643
Using the Peanut Exercise Ball to Reduce Cesarean Section Rates: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Virginia Commonwealth University
NCT02899260
Comparison of Staples Versus Subcuticular Suture in Class III Obese Women Undergoing Cesarean Delivery
MemorialCare Health System
NCT02466776
A Comparison of Manual vs. Spontaneous Removal of the Placenta at Cesarean Section
University of Rochester
NCT00375986
Misoprostol With Mechanical Dilation Versus Oxytocin With Mechanical Dilation for High-risk Pregnancy Inductions
Thomas Jefferson University
NCT04492072
Immediate Postplacental Insertion of IUDs at Time of Cesarean Delivery: A Randomized Clinical Trial
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
NCT01539759
A Comparison of Metallic Staples Versus Absorbable Staples After a Cesarean Section (C-Section)
TriHealth
NCT01198691
Intrathecal Opioids for Pain Control After Cesarean Delivery: Determining the Optimal Dose
Mayo Clinic
NCT02009722
Chlorhexidine Gluconate Versus Povidone Iodine at Cesarean Delivery: a Randomized Controlled Trial
University of Southern California
NCT01975805
The Effects of Music Therapy on Women's Anxiety Before and During Cesarean Delivery
Wake Forest University
NCT01049477
Comparison of Staples Versus Prolene Suture for Skin Closure at Cesarean Delivery
Stanford University
NCT01509950
Perioperative Administration of Tranexamic Acid for Placenta Previa and Accreta Study
University of California, San Francis
NCT02806024
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 2 | 1 |
| Phase 4 | 4 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Cesarean Section Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 15 US studies indexed under Cesarean Section, and 3 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 20% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
The phase distribution for Cesarean Section shows 4 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 1 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
Top sponsor activity for Cesarean Section is led by Winthrop University Hospital with 1 indexed trial, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 15 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Cesarean Section?
PlainTrial tracks 15 US clinical trials for Cesarean Section, of which 3 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Cesarean Section?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.
Related
Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2026 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.