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
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Int J Gynaecol Obstet · Jun 1999
Clinical TrialInduction of labor with vaginal prostaglandin-E2 in grand multiparous women with one previous cesarean section.
To review the outcome of induction of labor with vaginal prostaglandin-E2 in grand multiparous women with one previous cesarean section. ⋯ Our limited study suggests that induction of labor with vaginal prostaglandin-E2 in selected grand multiparous women with one previous cesarean section may be a reasonable option. However, further studies are needed to document its safety.
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Int J Gynaecol Obstet · May 1999
Epidural analgesia for labor pain is not associated with a decreased frequency of uterine activity.
To evaluate the effect of epidural and pethidine analgesia on the frequency of uterine contractions during the first stage of labor. ⋯ Properly and timely administered epidural analgesia during the first stage of labor has no effect on frequency of uterine activity.