Abdominal Pannus Retraction for Obesity During Labor
(IMPACT Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
Pregnant patients with severe obesity sometimes experience longer duration labors and higher rate of cesarean delivery. This study is looking at whether gently lifting the abdominal tissues, the pannus, during active labor can help the labor process progress more efficiently.
Pregnant patients with severe obesity who are in active labor, anticipating a vaginal delivery will be randomly assigned into either a standard of care group or an interventional group. The interventional group with receive standard obstetric care and a medical device supporting/ lifting the abdominal pannus.
The final aims of this project will compare how long labor lasts, mode of delivery (vaginal or cesarean section), and other maternal health outcomes. This study will also evaluate to the comfort of the patient as well of the healthcare providers.
This overall goal of this clinical trial is to learn whether lifting the abdominal pannus is a practical and effective way to improve labor outcomes of obese pregnant patients. The knowledge gained will help guide future, larger studies.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for pregnant women with severe obesity who are in active labor and planning a vaginal delivery. Participants must be able to safely use the device that lifts the abdominal tissue during labor.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Abdominal Pannus Retraction
Trial Overview
The study tests whether gently lifting the lower belly (abdominal pannus) with a medical device during labor helps improve how quickly and smoothly labor progresses, compared to standard care alone. Participants are randomly assigned to either group.
How Is the Trial Designed?
2
Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Device: Panni XL Abdominal pannus elevation/ retraction during course of active labor
Other: Standard obstetric care at discretion of delivery provider Route obstetric care at discretion of delivery provider
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Medical College of Wisconsin
Lead Sponsor
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