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Review
. 1999 Jan 15;49(2):146-50.

[Cervical ripening and labor induction]

[Article in French]
D Tardif  1 , L Dessolle, P Madelenat
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  • PMID: 9989149
Review

[Cervical ripening and labor induction]

[Article in French]
D Tardif et al. Rev Prat. .

Abstract

To induce labour successfully, a good cervical status and favorable obstetrical conditions are necessary. If these conditions are not present, cervical ripening must take place before induction of labour. Cervical ripening is only justified when a pathology (maternal or foetal) indicates termination of pregnancy. Intracervical or intravaginal administration of prostaglandin E2 is actually the standard for cervical ripening.

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