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Tollon P, Blanc-Petitjean P, Drumez E, Ghesquière L, Le Ray C, Garabedian C. Prediction of successful labor induction with very unfavorable cervix: A comparison of six scores. Int J Gynaecol Obstet 2023; 160:53-58. [PMID: 35246840 DOI: 10.1002/ijgo.14171] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2021] [Revised: 02/24/2022] [Accepted: 03/01/2022] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To compare the ability of six scoring systems to predict successful labor induction with cervical ripening among women with a Bishop score <3. METHODS Secondary analysis of data from a prospective, multicenter observational Methods of Induction of Labor and Perinatal Outcomes (MEDIP) cohort study in 94 obstetrical French units. We included women with a Bishop score <3 before cervical ripening. We compared six scores: Bishop, simplified Bishop, modified Bishop, simplified Bishop including parity, Hughey, and Levine scores. Vaginal delivery defined successful labor induction. The ability of each score to predict successful labor induction was evaluated by comparing their area under the curve (AUC). RESULTS Among the 600 eligible women in this study, 408 (68%) delivered vaginally. Body mass index (calculated as weight in kilograms divided by the square of height in meters; mean ± standard deviation [SD]: 24.7 ± 5.5 vs 26.0 ± 5.7; P = 0.01) and nulliparity (48.8% vs 85.4%; P < 0.001) were lower in the successful induction group, whereas height was higher (mean ± SD: 165.3 ± 6.0 cm vs 163.7 ± 6.0 cm; P = 0.002). The simplified Bishop including parity, Hughey, and Levine scores had the highest AUC (0.70, 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.65-0.73; 0.68, 95% CI 0.64-0.74; and 0.69, 95% CI 0.65-0.74, respectively). CONCLUSION In women with a very unfavorable cervix, scores that include parity predict successful labor induction more accurately, such as simplified Bishop including parity, Hughey, or Levine scores.
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- EPOPé Team, Center of Research in Epidemiology and Statistics/CRESS, INSERM, Université de Paris, INRA, Paris, France
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- Department of Statistics, CHU Lille, Lille, France.,EA 2694 ULR METRICS, University of Lille, Lille, France
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- Department of Obstetrics, CHU Lille, Lille, France.,EA 2694 ULR METRICS, University of Lille, Lille, France
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- EPOPé Team, Center of Research in Epidemiology and Statistics/CRESS, INSERM, Université de Paris, INRA, Paris, France.,Port-Royal Maternity Unit, Department of Obstetrics, Cochin Broca Hôtel-Dieu Hospital, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris (AP-HP), FHU PREMA, Paris, France
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- Department of Obstetrics, CHU Lille, Lille, France.,EA 2694 ULR METRICS, University of Lille, Lille, France
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Kuitunen I, Huttunen TT, Ponkilainen VT, Kekki M. Incidence of obese parturients and the outcomes of their pregnancies: A nationwide register study in Finland. Eur J Obstet Gynecol Reprod Biol 2022; 274:62-67. [PMID: 35597175 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejogrb.2022.05.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2022] [Revised: 05/08/2022] [Accepted: 05/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVES We analyzed the incidence of obese and severely obese parturients and the impact of maternal obesity on mode of delivery, perinatal and neonatal mortality, and neonatal health. STUDY DESIGN We included all singleton births from the medical birth register of Finland from 2004 to 2018 (n = 792 437). Maternal body mass index (BMI) was categorized into three classes: non-obese (BMI < 30 kg/m2), obese (BMI 30 - 39.9 kg/m2), and morbidly obese (BMI 40 kg/m2 or more). The yearly incidence of obese and severely obese parturients per 10000 births was calculated. Logistic regression was used to calculate adjusted odds ratios (aOR) with 95% confidence intervals (CI). RESULTS Between 2004 and 2018, the incidence of obese and morbidly obese parturients increased by 44% and 103%, respectively. Cesarean section rates were 23.6% and 30%, respectively (aOR 1.63 CI 1.61 - 1.66 and 2.33 CI: 2.23 - 2.44). Neonates born to morbidly obese parturients had an increased need for intensive care unit treatment (aOR 2.21 CI: 2.10 - 2.32), higher perinatal mortality (aOR 1.65 CI: 1.28 - 2.14), and higher neonatal mortality (aOR 1.68 CI: 1.04 - 2.72). The need for neonatal intensive care (aOR 1.50 CI: 1.47 - 1.53), perinatal mortality (aOR 1.25 CI: 1.13 - 1.39), and neonatal mortality (aOR 1.33 CI: 1.09 - 1.62) increased also among obese parturients. CONCLUSIONS We report a worrying increase in obese and morbidly obese parturients. Neonates born to these parturients were more likely delivered by cesarean sections and had higher rates of perinatal and neonatal mortality, and intensive care unit treatment. This highlights the importance of preventing obesity among fertile-aged females.
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- Ilari Kuitunen
- University of Eastern Finland, Institute of Clinical Medicine and Department of Pediatrics, Kuopio, Finland; Mikkeli Central Hospital, Department of Pediatrics and Neonatology, Mikkeli, Finland.
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- University of Eastern Finland, Institute of Clinical Medicine and Department of Pediatrics, Kuopio, Finland; Mikkeli Central Hospital, Department of Pediatrics and Neonatology, Mikkeli, Finland
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- Tampere Heart Hospital and Tampere University Hospital, Department of Anesthesia, Tampere, Finland; Tampere University, Faculty of Medicine and Health Technologies, Tampere, Finland; Central Finland Hospital Nova, Department of Surgery, Jyväskylä, Finland
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- Tampere University Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tampere, Finland; Tampere University Center for Child, Adolescent and Maternal Health Research, Faculty of Medicine and Health Technology, Tampere, Finland
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Demssie EA, Deybasso HA, Tulu TM, Abebe D, Kure MA, Teji Roba K. Failed induction of labor and associated factors in Adama Hospital Medical College, Oromia Regional State, Ethiopia. SAGE Open Med 2022; 10:20503121221081009. [PMID: 35646365 PMCID: PMC9133872 DOI: 10.1177/20503121221081009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/07/2021] [Accepted: 01/31/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
Abstract
Background: Failed induction of labor continues to be a public health challenge
throughout the world. This failed induction of labor is associated with a
higher rate of maternal and fetal morbidity because it increases the
unwanted effect of emergency cesarean section. It is also associated with an
increased risk of numerous adverse maternal and perinatal outcomes such as
uterine rupture, nonreassuring fetal heart rate tracing, postpartum
hemorrhage, stillbirth, and severe birth asphyxia. Thus, this study was
aimed to assess the failed induction of labor and associated factors in the
Adama Hospital Medical College, Oromia Regional State, Ethiopia. Methods: A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted from 1 to 30 December
2020 in Adama Hospital Medical College, Ethiopia. A total of 379 women who
underwent labor induction in the Adama Hospital Medical College from
December 2019 to November 2020 were enrolled in the study. The participants’
charts were selected using a simple random sampling technique. Data were
collected using a pretested and validated structured questionnaire.
Descriptive statistics were carried out using frequency tables, proportions,
and summary measures. Predictors were assessed using a multivariable
logistic regression analysis model and reported using adjusted odds ratio
with 95% confidence interval. Statistical significance was considered at a
p value <0.05. Results: Of 379 induced labor included in the study, the proportion of failed
induction was found to be 29.6% (95% confidence interval (25.2, 34.3)).
Prelabor rupture of the membrane was found to be the most common indication
for induction of labor (46.4%) followed by a hypertensive disorder of
pregnancy (21.6%). In the final model of multivariable analysis, predictors
such as: nulliparity (adjusted odds ratio = 2.32, 95% confidence interval
(1.08, 5.02)), unfavorable cervical status (adjusted odds ratio = 3.46, 95%
confidence interval (1.51, 7.94)), prelabor rupture of membrane (adjusted
odds ratio = 2.60, 95% confidence interval (1.14, 5.91)), hypertensive
disorder of pregnancy (adjusted odds ratio = 3.01;95% confidence interval
(1.61, 558)), preinduction membrane status (adjusted odds ratio = 3.63; 95%
confidence interval (1.48, 8.86)), and birth weight of greater than 4000 g
(adjusted odds ratio = 4.33; 95% confidence interval (1.44, 13.02)) were
statistically associated with failed induction of labor. Conclusion: The prevalence of failed induction of labor was relatively high in this study
area because more than a quarter of mothers who underwent induction of labor
had failed induction. This calls for all stakeholders to adhere to locally
available induction protocols and guidelines. In addition, pre-induction
conditions must be a top priority to improve the outcome of induction of
labor.
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- Enku Afework Demssie
- Department of Public Health, Adama General Hospital and Medical College, Adama, Ethiopia
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- Department of Public Health, Adama General Hospital and Medical College, Adama, Ethiopia
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- Department of Public Health, Adama General Hospital and Medical College, Adama, Ethiopia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Jigjiga University, Jigjiga, Ethiopia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Haramaya University, Harar, Ethiopia
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Langley-Evans SC, Pearce J, Ellis S. Overweight, obesity and excessive weight gain in pregnancy as risk factors for adverse pregnancy outcomes: a narrative review. J Hum Nutr Diet 2022; 35:250-264. [PMID: 35239212 PMCID: PMC9311414 DOI: 10.1111/jhn.12999] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 21.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2021] [Accepted: 02/22/2022] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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The global prevalence of overweight and obesity in pregnancy is rising and this represents a significant challenge for the management of pregnancy and delivery. Women who have a pre‐pregnancy body mass index greater than 25 kg m–2 are more likely than those with a body mass index in the ideal range (20–24.99 kg m–2) to have problems conceiving a child and are at greater risk of miscarriage and stillbirth. All pregnancy complications are more likely with overweight, obesity and excessive gestational weight gain, including those that pose a significant threat to the lives of mothers and babies. Labour complications arise more often when pregnancies are complicated by overweight and obesity. Pregnancy is a stage of life when women have greater openness to messages about their lifestyle and health. It is also a time when they come into greater contact with health professionals. Currently management of pregnancy weight gain and the impact of overweight tends to be poor, although a number of research studies have demonstrated that appropriate interventions based around dietary change can be effective in controlling weight gain and reducing the risk of pregnancy complications. The development of individualised and flexible plans for avoiding adverse outcomes of obesity in pregnancy will require investment in training of health professionals and better integration into normal antenatal care. Overweight and obesity before pregnancy and excessive gestational weight gain are major determinants of risk for pregnancy loss, gestational diabetes, hypertensive conditions, labour complications and maternal death. Pregnancy is regarded as a teachable moment when women are at their most receptive to messages about their health. However, unclear guidance on diet and physical activity, weight stigma from health professionals, inexperience and reluctance among professionals about raising issues about weight, and stretched resources put the health of women and babies at risk. Excessive weight gain in pregnancy and post‐partum weight retention compromise future fertility and increase risk for future pregnancies. Large randomised controlled trials have had little success in addressing excessive gestational weight gain or antenatal complications. Individualised, culturally sensitive and responsive interventions appear to have greater success.
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- Simon C Langley-Evans
- School of Biosciences, University of Nottingham, Sutton Bonington, Loughborough, LE12 5RD, UK
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- Food & Nutrition Subject Group, Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, UK
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- School of Biosciences, University of Nottingham, Sutton Bonington, Loughborough, LE12 5RD, UK
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Ashraf R, Maxwell C, D'Souza R. Induction of labour in pregnant individuals with obesity. Best Pract Res Clin Obstet Gynaecol 2021; 79:70-80. [PMID: 35031244 DOI: 10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2021.12.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2021] [Revised: 12/15/2021] [Accepted: 12/16/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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People with obesity may require induction of labour (IoL) due to a higher incidence of pre-existing comorbidities and pregnancy complications, as well as to prevent post-term pregnancies and late-term stillbirths. IoL at 39-40 weeks is associated with fewer caesarean births and lower morbidity for the pregnant person and neonate when compared with expectant management. Ensuring the success and safety of IoL in people with obesity requires adherence to evidence-based protocols for the management of labour induction and augmentation. Cervical ripening as well as the latent and active phases of labour in people with obesity may be considerably prolonged, requiring higher cumulative doses of oxytocin. This should be guided by intrauterine pressure catheters and early provision of neuraxial analgesia, where possible. There is insufficient evidence to recommend one method of IoL over another. The need for higher doses of prostaglandins and concurrent agents for cervical ripening should be studied in prospective studies.
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- Rizwana Ashraf
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Maternal and Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Mount Sinai Hospital, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada; Division of Maternal and Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Mount Sinai Hospital, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada; Health Research Methods, Evidence and Impact, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
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