Plain-English translation of NCT07005349 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing a quality improvement program called the Rule of THUMB—a safety checklist designed to help doctors catch and treat dangerous bleeding faster during and after caesarean delivery. The program combines two risk assessments (one before surgery, one after) with a five-step checklist that kicks in if bleeding is detected. Researchers want to see if this structured approach prevents serious complications and saves lives in African hospitals.
Bleeding after caesarean delivery is a major cause of maternal death and injury, especially in hospitals with fewer resources. While doctors already know which treatments work best, they don't always use them quickly or consistently. This trial aims to show whether a simple checklist and clear protocols can help hospitals deliver life-saving care more reliably.
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You would receive caesarean delivery care at your hospital, which would include two safety assessments—one before your surgery and one after—plus continuous monitoring for bleeding during the procedure. If bleeding is detected, your medical team would follow the THUMB checklist protocol. If you're considered high-risk, you'll also have an additional check-up within four hours after recovery. The trial compares two weeks of standard care with two weeks after staff have been trained on the new safety protocol.
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South Africa