Clinical Trial

Intramuscular vs Rectal Progesterone in Preventing Preterm Labour After Cervical Cerclage

Study acronym: PROCER
Completed
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Summary
Preterm labour is a major cause of neonatal morbidity and mortality worldwide. Progesterone supplementation is known to help reduce the risk of preterm birth in high-risk women. This randomized controlled trial compared the effectiveness of intramuscular progesterone and rectal progesterone in preventing preterm labour among pregnant women who had undergone cervical cerclage. The study aimed to determine which route of progesterone administration provides better pregnancy prolongation and improved neonatal outcomes.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07307092
Lead Sponsor Hina Mukhtar
Conditions Preterm Labour, Cervical Insufficiency, Pregnancy, High-Risk
Enrollment 820 participants
Start Date 2021-10-26
Primary Completion 2022-04-25 (estimated)
Study Completion 2022-04-25 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2025-12-29