Intrapartum Ultrasound in Labor: Sonography Only, Few Internal Examinations
This is a prospective, randomized trial to determine whether the use of sonographic parameters during labor results in less intrapartum infection compared to traditional invasive examination. Other secondary outcomes include maternal satisfaction and overall birth outcomes.
- EligibilityCriteria: Inclusion Criteria:  Pregnant women of at least 18 years of age with a singleton in the cephalic position Spontaneous onset of labor; births after induction of labor with otherwise suitable inclusion and exclusion criteria are also permitted.  Exclusion Criteria:  Emergency situations such as maternal or fetal bleeding Indication for urgent delivery by caesarean section Pathological cardiotocogram non-cephalic positions under 18 years of age women giving birth who are unable to give consent - HealthyVolunteers: Accepts Healthy Volunteers - Gender: Female - MinimumAge: 18 Years - MaximumAge: 60 Years - StdAgeList: Adult