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NCT02144259 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
The Impact of Contraception on Postpartum Weight Loss
A NA study, sponsored by University of Pennsylvania.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 100
- Enrollment target
NCT02144259: Completed NA study, sponsored by University of Pennsylvania.
NCT02144259 is a NA study that has completed, run by University of Pennsylvania. The registered enrollment target is 100 participants, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (93% lower). According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT02144259, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by University of Pennsylvania.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 100 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
This is a prospective mixed methods study to assess weight changes in women randomized to receive Implanon ® or Depo Provera® (DMPA) immediately postpartum compared to women who choose non-hormonal contraception or no contraception immediately postpartum. After enrollment, subjects return for a visit at 3, 6 and 12 months postpartum to be asked a series of questions, take a pregnancy test, and be weighed. Total length of participation for each subject is 1 year or until pregnancy.
Primary Outcome
Weight will be measured at 6 months postpartum. Percent weight change will be compared amongst the groups
Interventions
- DRUG DMPA immediately postpartum
- DRUG Implanon immediately postpartum
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 100 participants |
| Start Date | 2011-04 |
| Est. Completion | 2012-10 |
| Phase | NA |
What the finished NCT02144259 record still lists
NCT02144259 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registered 100 participants enrollment target is mid-sized for trials with a published cap, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (93% lower).
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 2 interventions - of which DMPA immediately postpartum is the first listed.
NCT02144259 does not publish any study locations in the registry export this page uses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT02144259 about?
NCT02144259 is a clinical study titled "The Impact of Contraception on Postpartum Weight Loss". This is a prospective mixed methods study to assess weight changes in women randomized to receive Implanon ® or Depo Provera® (DMPA) immediately postpartum compared to women who choose non-hormonal contraception or no contraception immediately postpartum. After enrollment, subjects return for a visi...
What is the current status of trial NCT02144259?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 100 participants. The study started on 2011-04. Estimated completion is 2012-10.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT02144259?
The interventions under investigation include: DMPA immediately postpartum (DRUG), Implanon immediately postpartum (DRUG).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT02144259?
This trial is sponsored by University of Pennsylvania, which has 1,423 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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How this trial's enrollment target compares
Where NCT02144259's enrollment target sits among peer trials
100 840th of 2000 higher than 1,081 of 2,000 other NA trials
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Source ClinicalTrials.gov registry export · 2026-08-08
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