New WHO guide aims to cut unnecessary c-sections

NCT ID NCT07550439

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

Summary

This study compares two methods of monitoring labour: the WHO Labour Care Guide and the standard partogram. Researchers will randomly assign 174 pregnant women to one of the two groups and track how many end up having a C-section. The goal is to see if the new guide helps lower C-section rates.

What this could mean

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Active substance

WHO Labour Care Guide (a monitoring tool)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to reduce unnecessary C-sections during childbirth.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial (174 participants) that hasn't started recruiting yet. Results may not apply to all hospitals or women with complications.

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