The CTG as a networked agent
What do CTG machines actually do in a clinical setting?@ingrid_jepsen @EllenBlix @HelenCo02211683 @StineAdrian @MidwifeMaude
New research
Let’s talk about the elephant in the room
Research findings linking poor outcomes with abnormal CTG patterns reinforce the message that CTG monitoring isn’t effective. Why aren’t we talking about it?
Brain injury and fetal heart rate patterns
We don’t actually know which fetal heart rate patterns predict developing brain injury. Why?
Going backwards with fetal monitoring guidelines
Fetal monitoring guidelines should be evidence-based and assessed to ensure they are fit for purpose.
Using the Pinard stethoscope
There is much to learn from using the Pinard. @PayAase @MidwifeMaude @EllenBlix
Population effects of introducing STAN technology
New research from Norway confirms no benefit from STAN systems. @EllenBlix
Fixing the CTG pattern: using intrauterine resuscitation maneuvers
Are we using appropriate approaches to managing women with an abnormal CTG in labour?
Can a little tickle help?
Does stimulating the fetus improve outcomes from CTG monitoring? Answers from a RCT.
What does it take to make CTG monitoring happen?
One third of intrapartum care is taken up by fiddling about with the CTG
Birth Small Talk 