Labor induction / cervical ripening
- Confirm indication + fetal/maternal readiness
- Prostaglandin or balloon ripens an unfavorable cervix
- Oxytocin stimulates contractions
- Misoprostol is widely used for ripening/induction
- Prior uterine surgery changes prostaglandin safety
- Continuous fetal/uterine monitoring may be required
Use at a glance
- Confirm indication + fetal/maternal readiness
Practical pearls
- Prostaglandin or balloon ripens an unfavorable cervix
Other practical pearls
- Oxytocin stimulates contractions
- Misoprostol is widely used for ripening/induction
Monitoring / follow-up
- Prior uterine surgery changes prostaglandin safety
- Continuous fetal/uterine monitoring may be required
Self-check
- What is confirmed before labor induction?
Indication + fetal/maternal readiness. - What changes prostaglandin safety in labor induction?
Prior uterine surgery.
Drugs used for this (2)
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