Introduction to induction of labour and prolonged pregnancy
This tutorial costs £10.00
Induction of labour is one of the most common obstetric interventions, with prolonged pregnancy the most frequent indication for this intervention. This tutorial will review the indications, methods, outcomes and management of this intervention.
Learning objectives When you have completed this tutorial you will be able to: - describe methods of induction of labour
- describe indications and contraindications for induction of labour
- describe complications of induction of labour
- describe methods of management and complications of prolonged pregnancy
- describe management of labour after induction
- counsel women about induction of labour
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Last updated: 27/04/10 (tutorial reviewed and updated by Dr Jennifer Willder and Dr Sarah Stock)
06/03/09 (BJOG paper added in the 'Indications' section)
04/03/09 (BJOG paper added in the 'Preliminary reading' and 'Methods of induction – Oxytocin' sections).