Clinical Trial

Use of Lubricant Gel to Shorten the Second Stage of Labor During Vaginal Delivery

Study acronym: OBY-GEL
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Summary
This experimental study aims to evaluate whether the application of obstetric lubricant gel during vaginal delivery can significantly reduce the duration of the second stage of labor, preserve perineal integrity, and decrease the need for episiotomies. The study hypothesis is that lubricant gel facilitates fetal passage through the birth canal by reducing friction, shortening the expulsion phase and reducing maternal-neonatal complications. Two groups will be included: with and without gel application. Follow-up will span from admission of the pregnant woman until immediate postpartum discharge.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07428317
Lead Sponsor Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras
Conditions Prolonged Second Stage of Labor
Enrollment 160 participants
Start Date 2026-02-16
Primary Completion 2026-08-31 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-09-30 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-02-23