Effect of dextrose normal saline vs normal saline on the progress of labour – prospective observational study

Chandrasekar Jahnavi, Meena Thinnanur Sundarraj, Minthami Sharon, Logeswari BM

Background: Labour is a physiologically demanding process requiring sustained energy expenditure by the myometrium. While intravenous hydration is routinely provided, the optimal composition of intrapartum fluids remains uncertain. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of intravenous dextrose normal saline compared to normal saline …