Oxygen for fetal distress: helpful or just hot air?

NCT ID NCT05681624

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 11, 2026 · Updated 4 times

Summary

This study looks at whether giving mothers extra oxygen during labor when the baby's heart rate is concerning actually improves baby health. About 2,100 women with full-term, single-baby pregnancies will be randomly assigned to receive either oxygen or regular room air. The goal is to see if oxygen reduces serious newborn complications like breathing problems, seizures, or death.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Fetal Distress Fetal Hypoxia pregnancy disorder

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Barnes Jewish Hospital

    RECRUITING

    St Louis, Missouri, 63110, United States

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