๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-04-01

Absorbable Staples Versus Conventional Skin Closure in Women Undergoing Cesarean Delivery (NCT07167199)

Subcuticular Absorbable Staples Versus Conventional Skin Closure in Women Undergoing Cesarean Delivery: A Randomized Control Trial

๐ŸŸก Not Yet Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic โš™๏ธ Medical Device Protocol Sponsor: Inova Health Care Services

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

Despite the high numbers of cesareans being performed, scientific evidence behind which surgical techniques are best remains uncertain. Our objective is to determine if subcuticular absorbable staples improve operative time and wound cosmetics

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Inova Fairfax Medical Campus โ€” Falls Church, Virginia

Age range: 18 Years to 50 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Inova Fairfax Medical Campus โ€” Falls Church, Virginia

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (703) 779-6040

Email: antonio.saad@inova.org

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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