Title
Use of Antiseptic Solution for Vaginal Wash Before Cesarean Section
Use fo Antiseptic Solution for Vaginal Wash Before Cesarean Section in Patients With Premature Rupture of Membranes. A Randomized, Double Blind, Controlled Trial.
Phase
N/ALead Sponsor
Saint Thomas Hospital, PanamaStudy Type
InterventionalStatus
Completed No Results PostedIndication/Condition
Operation Wound; Infection EndometritisIntervention/Treatment
Clorhexidine ...Study Participants
203To evaluate the rate of infections after cesarean sections in patients with premature rupture of membranes after vaginal wash either with an antiseptic solution (clorhexidine solution) vs. saline solution (placebo).
Vaginal wash with clorhexidine solution previous to cesarean section in patients with premature rupture of membranes.
Vaginal wash with saline solution previous to cesarean section in patients with premature rupture of membranes.
Inclusion Criteria: Women with gestation between 34 and 41 6/7 weeks. Premature rupture of membranes (> 6 hours). Use of prophylactic antibiotic 1 hour previous to cesarean section. Exclusion Criteria: Any source of infection diagnosed previous to surgery. Fever of unknown origin previous to surgery.