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Egypt's high C-Section rates under the microscope: new study aims to find solutions

NCT ID NCT07194876

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Assiut University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study will review medical records of 770 women who had C-sections in two hospitals in Assiut, Egypt, during 2026. Researchers will use the WHO's Robson classification system to group women by factors like age and pregnancy history, to see which groups have the most C-sections. The goal is to understand why rates are so high and find ways to improve care for mothers and babies.

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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help identify which groups of women contribute most to high C-section rates, leading to better obstetric practices and fewer unnecessary surgeries.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study that only reviews medical records, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to other hospitals or regions.

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Participants

About 770 people

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Expected to start

Dec 2025

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Expected to finish

Feb 2027

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Women delivering by cesarean section at Assiut University Hospital and Assiut General Hospital in Assiut, Egypt, between January and December 2026. Data will be collected from medical records and classified using the Robson Ten Group Classification System.

Ages

18 to 45 years

Sex

Female participants only

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Women who delivered by cesarean section at Assiut University Hospital or Assiut General Hospital during the study period (January-December 2026). Gestational age ≥ 28 weeks. Complete medical records available. Exclusion Criteria: * Vaginal deliveries. Cesarean deliveries before 28 weeks of gestation. Incomplete or missing medical records.

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Cesarean section Maternal health

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