2 Clinical Trials for Various Conditions
This is a multicenter randomized study designed to determine if physical exam indicated cerclage reduces the incidence of spontaneous preterm birth \<34 weeks in asymptomatic women with twin gestations and dilated cervix, diagnosed by pelvic exam between 16 to 23 6/7 weeks of gestation.
Azithromycin is an antibiotic that is effective against bacteria that been associated with preterm birth (PTB). The purpose of this study is to evaluate if the addition of azithromycin prior to exam indicated cerclage prolongs gestation. A cerclage is a suture placed in the cervix to prolong gestation.