Induction of labour: review.

Acupuncture for induction of labour.

BACKGROUND This is one of a series of reviews of methods of cervical ripening and labour induction using standardised methodology. The use of complementary therapies is rising and some women look to complementary therapies during pregnancy and childbirth to be used alongside conventional medical practice. Acupuncture involves the insertion of very fine needles into specific points of the body. ...

The Effects Of Afghan Immigrants On The Iranian Labour Market

Acupuncture for induction of labour

Background This is one of a series of reviews of methods of cervical ripening and labour induction using standardised methodology. The use of complementary therapies is increasing and some women look to complementary therapies during pregnancy and childbirth to be used alongside conventional medical practice. Acupuncture involves the insertion of very fine needles into specific points of the bo...

International Trade And Employment In Labour- Intensive Sectors In Iran: The Case Of Carpet- Weavers

Outcomes reported in trials of methods for the induction of labour

Background Labour inductions have increased steadily over the past two decades, with overall rates in many countries now exceeding 20% of all births. We have conducted a systematic review, network meta-analysis and cost-effectiveness analysis to determine which treatments for induction perform best on pre-specified safety and efficacy outcomes. This poster reports analysis of the outcomes repor...

Use of labour induction and risk of cesarean delivery: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

BACKGROUND Induction of labour is common, and cesarean delivery is regarded as its major complication. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to investigate whether the risk of cesarean delivery is higher or lower following labour induction compared with expectant management. METHODS We searched 6 electronic databases for relevant articles published through April 2012 to identify ...