This study is looking at a new way to help with prolonged labor (when labor takes a long time) or when labor induction isn't working. It's testing whether a 60-minute "oxytocin rest" can reduce the chance of needing a C-section. Oxytocin is a medicine often used to help contractions. An "oxytocin rest" means stopping the oxytocin for a short time and then restarting it, hoping to make contractions stronger. This study is for women aged 18 to 55 who are at least 36 weeks pregnant with a single baby and are experiencing prolonged labor while already receiving oxytocin. The main goal is to see if this rest period lowers the C-section rate. The study is currently recruiting 350 participants, but its overall status is unclear.

Study design

This is an open-label randomized study, meaning you and your healthcare team will know which treatment you receive. About 350 participants will be randomly assigned to either the oxytocin rest group or the usual care group.

What's involved

Not specified in the trial record.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

The primary outcome, C-section rate, is measured at the time of delivery. Other outcomes related to labor length and maternal/neonatal health will also be assessed.

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