Description

Trial of Labor refers to a carefully monitored period during which a woman attempts to give birth vaginally after a previous cesarean delivery. This process is designed to assess whether vaginal delivery is a safe option for both the mother and the baby.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that 'Trial of Labor' may also be referred to as 'TOLAC' (Trial of Labor After Cesarean) in some contexts. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms. Misunderstanding this term can lead to confusion with other labor-related terms, so clarity is essential.

Example Sentences

EN: The doctor recommended a Trial of Labor to see if a vaginal delivery was possible after the previous cesarean.

ES: El médico recomendó un esfuerzo de parto para evaluar si era posible un parto vaginal después de la cesárea anterior.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing 'Trial of Labor' with 'induction of labor'; misinterpreting the term as a general labor process; failing to recognize the specific context of previous cesarean deliveries.