Comparison Between Using 10min CTG in Fetal Monitoring Instead of 30min Monitoring in Low Resourc… (NCT07250620) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Comparison Between Using 10min CTG in Fetal Monitoring Instead of 30min Monitoring in Low Resources Overcrowded Hospitals.
200 participantsStarted 2025-12-17
Plain-language summary
Cardiotocography (CTG) is a cornerstone of intrapartum fetal monitoring but requires a minimum of 30 minutes for a reliable trace, creating a significant bottleneck in high-volume, low-resource settings like Egypt As it is time-consuming and resource intensive. This leads to delays in care and increased workload for healthcare providers. A shortened, yet accurate, CTG protocol could drastically improve workflow and resource allocation without compromising fetal safety.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
FEMALE
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Singleton pregnancy.
* Gestational age ≥ 37 weeks.
* Vertex presentation.
* Active first stage of labor (cervical dilation ≥ 4 cm).
* Low-risk pregnancy (no hypertension, diabetes, IUGR, or other significant complications).
Exclusion Criteria:
* • Multiple gestation.
* Known major fetal anomaly.
* Non-vertex presentation.
* Indication for continuous CTG (e.g., meconium-stained liquor, antepartum hemorrhage).
* Maternal refusal.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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To compare the diagnostic accuracy (sensitivity, specificity, PPV, NPV) of a 10 minute CTG versus a standard 30-minute CTG in fetal monitoring and well being