10-Minute fetal monitor could speed up labor care

NCT ID NCT07250620

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a 10-minute cardiotocography (CTG) test can accurately check fetal well-being during labor, compared to the standard 30-minute test. Researchers will enroll 200 low-risk pregnant women in active labor at a hospital in Egypt. If the shorter test works well, it could reduce waiting times and ease the workload for healthcare staff.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to

If successful, a 10-minute CTG could replace the standard 30-minute test, speeding up care and reducing delays in busy labor wards.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with 200 low-risk women. The shorter test may be less accurate in detecting fetal distress, and results may not apply to high-risk pregnancies.

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