Which labor starter works faster? catheter vs. pill showdown
NCT ID NCT07416487
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compared two ways to start labor in full-term pregnancies: a Foley catheter (a thin tube) and misoprostol (a pill). 76 pregnant women took part. The goal was to see which method led to a shorter time from start to delivery. Results help doctors choose the best option for each patient.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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D.G. Khan Medical College/Allama Iqbal Teaching Hospital
Dera Ghazi Khan, Punjab Province, 32200, Pakistan
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