Induction of Labour Flashcards
1
Q
what is induction of labour?
A
a process where labour is started artificially
~20% of pregnancies
2
Q
what are the indications for induction of labour?
A
- prolonged pregnancy e.g. >12 days after EDD
- prelabour PROM, where labour does not start
- diabetic mother >38 weeks
- rhesus incompatibility
3
Q
what are the methods for induction of labour?
A
- membrane sweep
- intravaginal prostaglandins
- breaking of waters
- oxytocin
