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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