Use of labour induction and risk of cesarean delivery: a systematic review and meta-analysis

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Authors

Ekaterina Mishanina · Homerton University Hospital

Ewelina Rogozińska · University of Nairobi

Tej Thatthi · Homerton University Hospital

Rehan Uddin-Khan · Homerton University Hospital

Khalid S. Khan · Brunel University of London

Catherine Meads · Barts Health NHS Trust

Abstract

The risk of cesarean delivery was lower among women whose labour was induced than among those managed expectantly in term and post-term gestations. There were benefits for the fetus and no increased risk of maternal death.

Topics & Keywords

Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions Global Health Workforce Issues Cardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Decent work and economic growth

Publication Details

Published in: Canadian Medical Association Journal

Volume 186, Issue 9, pp. 665-673

DOI: 10.1503/cmaj.130925

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