International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics : the official organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics
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Int J Gynaecol Obstet · Feb 2012
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudySublingual misoprostol versus intramuscular oxytocin for prevention of postpartum hemorrhage in low-risk women.
To compare sublingual misoprostol with intramuscular oxytocin for prevention of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) in low-risk vaginal birth. ⋯ The efficacy of 400 μg of misoprostol administered sublingually was equivalent to that of 10 units of oxytocin given intramuscularly for prevention of PPH in low-risk vaginal delivery.
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Int J Gynaecol Obstet · Feb 2012
Randomized Controlled TrialEffect of coadministration of dexamethasone with intrathecal morphine on postoperative outcomes after cesarean delivery.
To investigate the effect of intrathecal dexamethasone administered with intrathecal morphine at cesarean delivery on postoperative adverse effects and patient satisfaction. ⋯ Intrathecal administration of dexamethasone with morphine significantly decreased PONV and improved overall patient satisfaction after cesarean delivery.