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WHO Labour Care Guide
Replaces the old partograph alert/action lines.
Source: WHO 2020Alert if no progress for
| 5 cm | ≥6 h |
|---|---|
| 6 cm | ≥5 h |
| 7 cm | ≥3 h |
| 8 cm | ≥2.5 h |
| 9 cm | ≥2 h |
Other alerts
- Active phase starts at 5 cm
- FHR <110 or ≥160, late decelerations
- Contractions ≤2 or >5 per 10 min
A summary for trained clinicians. Always check the full guideline, the patient in front of you and your hospital's protocol. Spotted an error? Tell us.