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The Section of Family Planning at the University of Chicago is at the forefront of clinical research. We are currently looking for participants for studies on birth control methods and/or teen pregnancy. Our research staff value women as participants. We care about the safety and health of each participant. All studies are being conducted by OB-GYN board-certified physicians. Taking part in the studies is entirely voluntary. Women who participate in the studies may receive money and/or birth control at no cost.

For each opportunity, we provide information about the study eligibility requirements, procedures, location, benefits, monetary compensation and who to contact to participate. Click on any study title in which you are interested in participating!

IUD at Cesarean Delivery (PIXIE) : a study comparing Mirena® IUD insertion at delivery versus 4-8 weeks following delivery

 

 

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IUD at Cesarean Delivery (PIXIE)
IRB #: 15148A

Do you want effective birth control AFTER you have your baby?

The Section of Family Planning is seeking women 18 years and above who are willing to participate in a landmark research project exploring the insertion of intra-uterine device (IUD) following scheduled cesarean section delivery. The Mirena® IUD used in this trial is currently the most effective, reversible, long-term method of contraception available on the market. Here is some information about the Mirena® IUD:

  • The Mirena IUD prevents pregnancy more than 99% of the time and works for 5 years.
  • Won’t cause significant weight gain
  • It releases a small amount of levonorgesterol into the uterus. Levonorgesterol is a progestin (not an estrogen) often used in birth control pills
  • This IUD works for 5 years
Women involved in this trial will be randomly assigned to either insertion of the IUD at the time of delivery or insertion 4-8 weeks later at their regular postpartum visit. Women are required to follow up at the University of Chicago clinic four times after their delivery (1, 3, 6, and 12 months after delivery) and receive up to $120 for the completion of all study visits and questionnaires

Principle Investigator and Main Co-Investigator

Melissa Gilliam, MD MPH
Amy Whitaker MD

If you meet this criteria and are interested in this groundbreaking researchplease call the Family Planning research hotline at 773-834-7727

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
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