Debriefing Consult for Psychiatric Symptoms After Severe Maternal Morbidity (NCT07684521)
Does a Debriefing Intervention After a Delivery Complicated by Severe Maternal Morbidity Reduce Post-traumatic, Depression, or Anxiety Symptoms? A Randomized Controlled Trial
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The primary objective of this study is to determine if a maternal fetal medicine (MFM) debriefing consult six to eight weeks postpartum reduces self-reported post-traumatic stress, depression, and anxiety symptoms following a delivery complicated by severe maternal morbidity (SMM). Individuals with a delivery complicated an intensive care unit (ICU) admission and/or blood product transfusion \>4 units will be included in this study. Participants will be randomized to an intervention or control group; all participants will complete patient questionnaires that screen for post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, and anxiety. Those in the control group will receive a virtual MFM debriefing consult at six weeks postpartum and those in the intervention group will have the option for a consult at twelve weeks postpartum, after the completion of the questionnaires.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Cedars Sinai Medical Center — Los Angeles, California
Age range: 18 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Virtual maternal fetal medicine debriefing consult (BEHAVIORAL)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Cedars Sinai Medical Center — Los Angeles, California
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (323) 866-8107
Email: sarena.hayer@cshs.org
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 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 § 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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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.