Synopsis Various approaches, including mechanical and pharmacological methods, can induce labor in pregnant women. Prostaglandins promote cervical ripening and induction of uterine contraction. The present study compares the effectiveness of vaginal washing just before insertion of intravaginal dinoprostone. This week’s “MED FACT” discusses a clinical trial from The Journal Of Obstetrics And Gynaecology Research, “Effect of vaginal washing before intravaginal dinoprostone insertion for labor induction: A randomized clinical trial”.
Authors: Çigdem Yayla Abide et.al. Key Takeaways Vaginal washing before intravaginal dinoprostone insertion may increase Prostaglandin E2 bioavailability with better outcome of labor induction. Objective: To determine the effectiveness of vaginal washing just before insertion of intravaginal dinoprostone. Study Type: Randomized trial Participants: 191 What…
