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Free or Discounted IUD Vouchers to Prevent Unintended Pregnancies (M-CARES-K Trial)

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Research Sponsored by University of Michigan
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Be younger than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up up to 5 year post enrollment
Awards & highlights

M-CARES-K Trial Summary

This trial will help researchers understand if giving mothers free contraceptives and reducing unintended pregnancies has a positive effect on children's well-being.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for mothers aged 18-35 who are not pregnant, do not wish to become pregnant within a year, and are seeking care at Planned Parenthood of Michigan. They must be biologically female, able to have children, and face costs for contraceptives.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study provides vouchers covering either 100% (from March 4, 2019) or 50% (until March 3, 2019) of the cost for name-brand IUDs to see how free or reduced-cost birth control affects their children's well-being over time.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While this study focuses on economic and social outcomes rather than medical interventions directly administered to participants, side effects may relate to the use of IUDs which can include discomfort during insertion, spotting between periods, irregular periods or cramps.

M-CARES-K Trial Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~up to 5 year post enrollment
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and up to 5 year post enrollment for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Number of siblings born after study enrollment (1 year)
Number of siblings born after study enrollment (3 year)
Number of siblings born after study enrollment (5 year)
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M-CARES-K Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Experimental GroupExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Mothers randomized to receive a voucher to be used at Planned Parenthood to cover the cost of contraceptives
Group II: Control GroupActive Control1 Intervention
Mothers randomized to NOT receive a voucher. Mothers in this arm receive the Planned Parenthood standard of care priced according to the Planned Parenthood sliding scale.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

University of MichiganLead Sponsor
1,797 Previous Clinical Trials
6,373,358 Total Patients Enrolled
Planned Parenthood Federation of AmericaOTHER
16 Previous Clinical Trials
16,900 Total Patients Enrolled
National Opinion Research CenterOTHER
12 Previous Clinical Trials
239,495 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

Mother receives voucher valued at 100% of cost of name-brand IUD (March 4, 2019-March 31, 2023) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT04371900 — N/A
Pregnancy Research Study Groups: Experimental Group, Control Group
Pregnancy Clinical Trial 2023: Mother receives voucher valued at 100% of cost of name-brand IUD (March 4, 2019-March 31, 2023) Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT04371900 — N/A
Mother receives voucher valued at 100% of cost of name-brand IUD (March 4, 2019-March 31, 2023) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT04371900 — N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Who meets the criteria for eligibility to participate in this research?

"In order to be considered for inclusion in this trial, potential participants must possess a gestational state and fall within the age range of 0-17. The clinical study seeks approximately 2450 individuals."

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Does this research endeavor presently welcome participants?

"Clinicaltrials.gov indicates that this medical trial is seeking to recruit participants, having first been posted on August 26th 2018 and updated as recently as February 7th 2022."

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Are seniors excluded from participating in this research study?

"The eligibility requirements for this study stipulate that prospective participants must be under 18 years of age. There are 21 trials being conducted on minors, and an additional 34 studies dedicated to those aged 65 or above."

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For what number of participants is the clinical trial accepting enrollment?

"Affirmative. As per the information showcased on clinicaltrials.gov, this medical trial is actively searching for participants and began recruitment efforts on August 26th 2018. 2450 patients need to be enrolled from 9 sites with its last update being February 7th 2022."

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In what areas may participants access this trial?

"Currently, this clinical trial is seeking participants from nine different sites. These locations include Grand Rapids, Traverse City and Warren in addition to other nearby cities. Choosing the nearest location may make it easier for those who take part by reducing travel requirements."

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Who else is applying?

What state do they live in?
Michigan
How old are they?
18 - 65
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Did not meet criteria
Recent research and studies
clinicaltrials.govStudy
Michigan Contraceptive Access, Research, and Evaluation Study Children: Phase 1
Martha Bailey 2018. "Michigan Contraceptive Access, Research, and Evaluation Study Children: Phase 1". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04371900.
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