Reducing disparities in cesarean births and related complications
Official title: Equity in Obstetrics: Reducing disparities in rates of cesarean birth and cesarean-linked hemorrhages
Funded at Stanford University · NIH-10908644 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to help Black women have healthier pregnancies by finding better ways to lower the number of cesarean deliveries and related risks, using teamwork among hospitals and real-time data to make improvements.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Stanford University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stanford, United States) |
| Project start | August 17, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $524,262 |
| NIH project number | 5U54HD113142-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10908644 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant women, especially those from Black communities, who are at risk of cesarean delivery or its complications.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pregnant or those who do not belong to populations experiencing disparities in cesarean delivery may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the significant disparities in cesarean delivery rates and associated risks, particularly among Black women. It aims to implement multifaceted interventions that can be applied across various healthcare settings to improve maternal outcomes. By leveraging a collaborative network of hospitals and real-time data, the project seeks to identify effective strategies to reduce cesarean rates and the incidence of postpartum hemorrhage. The approach includes both qualitative and quantitative methods to ensure comprehensive evaluation and implementation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer childbirth experiences and improved health outcomes for mothers, particularly in reducing the risks associated with cesarean deliveries.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in implementing quality improvement initiatives to reduce disparities in maternal health outcomes, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
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Stanford University
Stanford, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Main, Elliott K — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Main, Elliott K
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.