Husband AttendanceNCT07641751
Effect of Husband Attendance on Anesthesia Performance and Maternal-Neonatal Outcomes During Elective Cesarean Section Under Spinal Anesthesia
A study testing Husbands will be allowed to attend the cesarean section procedure, providing emotional support to their partners. and Husbands will not be permitted to attend the cesarean section procedure in people with Husband Attendance and Maternal-Neonatal Outcomes, run by Alexandria University at 1 site in Egypt.
Trial summary
Family-centered perinatal care has become an integral component of modern obstetric practice, emphasizing emotional support and shared parental experiences during childbirth. The presence of an additional individual in the operating room may influence workflow dynamics, potentially introducing distractions or… Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Any age, women only
- Conditions the study is for
- Husband Attendance, Maternal-Neonatal Outcomes
- What is being tested?
- Husbands will be allowed to attend the cesarean section procedure, providing emotional support to their partners. and Husbands will not be permitted to attend the cesarean section procedure
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 100 participants
- Where
- 1 siteEgypt
- Study dates
- 15 Jun 2026to 15 Jun 2027
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages Any age
- Women only
- No healthy volunteers
- Child, Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Eligible participants will include primiparous and multiparous women scheduled for elective cesarean section under spinal anesthesia, performed by experienced anesthesiologists.
Who cannot join
- contraindication of spinal anesthesia
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
About this study
Official title: Effect of Husband Attendance on Anesthesia Performance and Maternal-Neonatal Outcomes During Elective Cesarean Section Under Spinal Anesthesia: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Family-centered perinatal care has become an integral component of modern obstetric practice, emphasizing emotional support and shared parental experiences during childbirth. The presence of an additional individual in the operating room may influence workflow dynamics, potentially introducing distractions or compromising adherence to sterile protocols. These factors could theoretically affect anesthesia administration, surgical timing, and perioperative safety. Conversely, emotional support from the husband may reduce maternal anxiety, improve overall experience, and indirectly influence physiological responses during surgery.
- Conditions
- Husband Attendance, Maternal-Neonatal Outcomes
- Being tested
- Husbands will be allowed to attend the cesarean section procedure, providing emotional support to their partners., Husbands will not be permitted to attend the cesarean section procedure
- Keywords
- Husband Attendance, Anesthesia Performance, Elective Cesarean Section, Maternal-Neonatal Outcomes
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Husbands will be allowed to attend the cesarean section procedure, providing emotional support to their partners.Behavioural
Husbands will be allowed to attend the cesarean section procedure, providing emotional support to their partners.
Husbands will not be permitted to attend the cesarean section procedureBehavioural
Husbands will not be permitted to attend the cesarean section procedure
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Husband Attendance Group | Experimental | Husbands will be allowed to attend the cesarean section procedure, providing emotional support to their partners. Receives: Behavioral: Husbands will be allowed to attend the cesarean section procedure, providing emotional support to their partners. |
| No Attendance Group | Experimental | Husbands will not be permitted to attend the cesarean section procedure Receives: Behavioral: Husbands will not be permitted to attend the cesarean section procedure |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Anesthesia Administration
we will assess the efficiency and accuracy of anesthesia administration during cesarean sections with husband attendance. Measure factors such as induction time in minutes.
Measured: intraoperative period
Surgical Delays
we will evaluate whether the presence of the husband during the procedure affects the surgical workflow or leads to any delays in anesthesia delivery or surgical start times in minutes.
Measured: intraoperative period
Complications
we will examine the occurrence of anesthesia-related complications, such as hypotension, hypoxia, or allergic reactions, and determine if there is any association with the presence of the husband in the operating room.
Measured: intraoperative period
Sterility and Infection Control
we will assess whether the presence of the husband compromises the sterile environment required for safe anesthesia administration during cesarean sections. Measure infection rates or instances of breaches in sterile technique
Measured: perioperative period
Secondary outcomes (2)
Patient Satisfaction
we will Gauge the satisfaction levels of mothers who had their husbands present during cesarean section a validated Likert scale questionnaire immediately after the procedure Satisfaction Scale
- = Very Dissatisfied
- = Dissatisfied
- = Neutral
- = Satisfied
- = Very Satisfied
Measured: immediately after the procedure
Neonatal Outcomes
Recorded variables will include Apgar scores at 1 and 5 minutes, and the need for neonatal resuscitation. The score is determined through the evaluation of the newborn in five criteria: appearance, pulse, grimace, activity (tone), and respiration. For each criterion, newborns can receive a score from 0 to 2.
Measured: 1 and 5 minutes after neonatal delivery
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted11 Jun 2026
- Study start15 Jun 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completion15 Jun 2027 (estimated)
- Study completion15 Jun 2027 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (2)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Husband AttendanceStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Alexandria UniversityThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Health services research
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 100 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Alexandria University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07641751
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- Husband Attendance in CS
- Status last verified
- Apr 2026
- First submitted
- 10 May 2026
- Last updated
- 11 Jun 2026
- Results posted
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Yes
Publications
Bryanton J, Gagnon AJ, Johnston C, Hatem M. Predictors of women's perceptions of the childbirth experience. J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs. 2008 Jan-Feb;37(1):24-34. doi: 10.1111/j.1552-6909.2007.00203.x.
PubMed 18226154Bohren MA, Hofmeyr GJ, Sakala C, Fukuzawa RK, Cuthbert A. Continuous support for women during childbirth. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2017 Jul 6;7(7):CD003766. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD003766.pub6.
PubMed 28681500
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 11 Jun 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Effect of Husband Attendance on Anesthesia Performance and Maternal-Neonatal Outcomes During Elective Cesarean Section Under Spinal Anesthesia: A Randomized Controlled Trial
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07641751
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- Husband Attendance in CS
- Conditions
- Husband Attendance, Maternal-Neonatal Outcomes
- Keywords
- Husband Attendance, Anesthesia Performance, Elective Cesarean Section, Maternal-Neonatal Outcomes
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Enrolling by invitation
- Enrolment
- 100 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Alexandria UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 15 Jun 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completion
- 15 Jun 2027 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 15 Jun 2027 (estimated)
- First posted
- 11 Jun 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
Family-centered perinatal care has become an integral component of modern obstetric practice, emphasizing emotional support and shared parental experiences during childbirth. The presence of an additional individual in the operating room may influence workflow dynamics, potentially introducing distractions or compromising adherence to sterile protocols. These factors could theoretically affect anesthesia administration, surgical timing, and perioperative safety. Conversely, emotional support from the husband may reduce maternal anxiety, improve overall experience, and indirectly influence physiological responses during surgery.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Health services research
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Husband Attendance Group | Experimental | Behavioral: Husbands will be allowed to attend the cesarean section procedure, providing emotional support to their partners.Husbands will be allowed to attend the cesarean section procedure, providing emotional support to their partners. |
| No Attendance Group | Experimental | Behavioral: Husbands will not be permitted to attend the cesarean section procedureHusbands will not be permitted to attend the cesarean section procedure |
Who may qualify
- Sex
- Female only
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Child, Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (1 listed)
- Eligible participants will include primiparous and multiparous women scheduled for elective cesarean section under spinal anesthesia, performed by experienced anesthesiologists.
Key exclusion criteria (1 listed)
- contraindication of spinal anesthesia
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Husbands will be allowed to attend the cesarean section procedure, providing emotional support to their partners.Husbands will be allowed to attend the cesarean section procedure, providing emotional support to their partners. | Behavioural | Husband Attendance Group |
| Husbands will not be permitted to attend the cesarean section procedureHusbands will not be permitted to attend the cesarean section procedure | Behavioural | No Attendance Group |
Primary outcome
Anesthesia Administration
Time frame: intraoperative period
we will assess the efficiency and accuracy of anesthesia administration during cesarean sections with husband attendance. Measure factors such as induction time in minutes.
Surgical Delays
Time frame: intraoperative period
we will evaluate whether the presence of the husband during the procedure affects the surgical workflow or leads to any delays in anesthesia delivery or surgical start times in minutes.
Complications
Time frame: intraoperative period
we will examine the occurrence of anesthesia-related complications, such as hypotension, hypoxia, or allergic reactions, and determine if there is any association with the presence of the husband in the operating room.
Sterility and Infection Control
Time frame: perioperative period
we will assess whether the presence of the husband compromises the sterile environment required for safe anesthesia administration during cesarean sections. Measure infection rates or instances of breaches in sterile technique
2 secondary outcomes
Patient Satisfaction
Time frame: immediately after the procedure
Neonatal Outcomes
Time frame: 1 and 5 minutes after neonatal delivery
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 11 Jun 2026.
- Results publication: PubMed 18226154Bryanton J, Gagnon AJ, Johnston C, Hatem M. Predictors of women's perceptions of the childbirth experience. J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs. 2008 Jan-Feb;37(1):24-34. doi: 10.1111/j.1552-6909.2007.00203.x.
- Results publication: PubMed 28681500Bohren MA, Hofmeyr GJ, Sakala C, Fukuzawa RK, Cuthbert A. Continuous support for women during childbirth. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2017 Jul 6;7(7):CD003766. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD003766.pub6.
- Related InfoLink provided by the sponsor.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Yes
Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Husbands will be allowed to attend the cesarean section procedure, providing emotional support to their partners. and Husbands will not be permitted to attend the cesarean section procedure in people with Husband Attendance and Maternal-Neonatal Outcomes, run by Alexandria University at 1 site in Egypt.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 1 inclusion and 1 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: enrolling by invitation, as of the sponsor's last update on 11 Jun 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Egypt. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Anesthesia Administration (time frame: intraoperative period). The study lists 4 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT07641751, which also lists 2 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 11 Jun 2026.