Levine LD, Valencia CM, Tolosa JE. Induction of labor in continuing pregnancies.
Best Pract Res Clin Obstet Gynaecol 2020;
67:90-99. [PMID:
32527660 DOI:
10.1016/j.bpobgyn.2020.04.004]
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Abstract
This chapter aims to provide an evidence-based approach to cervical-ripening methods and induction of labor in high-, middle-, and low-income countries. We will review the epidemiology of induction and will also review pharmacological and mechanical methods of cervical-ripening as well as oxytocin for induction. Lastly, we will review current guidelines of when to determine an induction to be failed.
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