Obstetrics and gynecology
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Obstetrics and gynecology · Jun 1994
Meta AnalysisEffect of epidural analgesia for labor on the cesarean delivery rate.
To use meta-analysis to evaluate the effect of epidural analgesia on the cesarean delivery rate. ⋯ The results of this meta-analysis strongly support an increase in cesarean delivery associated with epidural analgesia. Further research should evaluate the balance between analgesia associated with the use of epidurals, and postpartum morbidity and costs associated with cesarean deliveries.