Can baking soda help women in prolonged labor? uganda trial seeks answers
NCT ID NCT06579690
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether sodium bicarbonate (a common substance) can safely treat acidosis—a dangerous buildup of acid in the blood—in women whose labor is blocked. About 472 women in Uganda received either the drug or a placebo. The goal was to find a safe, effective dose to improve outcomes for both mother and baby.
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Conditions
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Mbale Regional Referral Hospital
Mbale, Uganda