Early Screening for PTSD After Unplanned Cesarean Delivery
Predictive Value of Early Peritraumatic Distress Screening for Childbirth-PTSD Following Unplanned Cesarean Delivery
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Observational Study
Post Traumatic Stress DisorderPost Partum DepressionAcute Stress Symptoms
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
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At a Glance
Age
19 and older
Sex
Female
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
420 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of British Columbia · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for people who had an unplanned cesarean delivery. Participants will complete surveys after giving birth and again a few weeks later to help predict potential mental health issues related to the experience.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
I am at least 19 years old
I had an unplanned cesarean delivery
I can give informed consent
I can read and understand English questionnaires
You may not be able to join if
I have experienced fetal or neonatal demise
I am unable to complete study questionnaires or provide informed consent
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria.
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The goal of this observational study is to learn whether early postpartum screening tools can predict the development of childbirth-related post-traumatic stress symptoms in individuals who undergo unplanned cesarean delivery.
The main questions it aims to answer are:
* Do scores on the Peritraumatic Distress Inventory (PDI) collected 24-48 hours after delivery predict childbirth-related PTSD sy…
The goal of this observational study is to learn whether early postpartum screening tools can predict the development of childbirth-related post-traumatic stress symptoms in individuals who undergo unplanned cesarean delivery.
The main questions it aims to answer are:
* Do scores on the Peritraumatic Distress Inventory (PDI) collected 24-48 hours after delivery predict childbirth-related PTSD symptoms at 6 weeks postpartum?
* Do scores on the City Birth Trauma Scale - Short Form (CityBiTS-SF) collected 24-48 hours after delivery predict childbirth-related PTSD symptoms at 6 weeks postpartum?
Participants will:
* Complete questionnaires within 24-48 hours after delivery, including the PDI, CityBiTS-SF, and Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS).
* Complete follow-up questionnaires at 6 weeks and 3 months postpartum, including measures of PTSD symptoms (PTSD Checklist for DSM-5, PCL-5) and depressive symptoms.
Researchers will evaluate whether early screening scores are associated with later symptoms of childbirth-related PTSD and postpartum depression, and will assess the feasibility and acceptability of implementing routine inpatient screening for psychological birth trauma.
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Age ≥19 years
* Underwent unplanned cesarean delivery
* Able to provide informed consent
* Able to read and understand English questionnaires
Exclusion Criteria:
* Fetal or neonatal demise
* Unable to complete study questionnaires or provide informed consent
Inclusion Criteria:
* Age ≥19 years
* Underwent unplanned cesarean delivery
* Able to provide informed consent
* Able to read and understand English questionnaires
Exclusion Criteria:
* Fetal or neonatal demise
* Unable to complete study questionnaires or provide informed consent
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