Curriculum of Obstetrics

TOPIC 49

INDUCTION OF LABOR

RATIONALE

Induction of labor is indicated when the benefits to either the mother or the fetus outweigh those of continuing the pregnancy. The spectrum of indications for induction of labor includes emergent conditions such as ruptured membranes with chorio-amnionitis or severe pre-eclampsia. Induction of labor is associated with increased complications as compared with spontaneous labor. Complications include an increased incidence of chorio-amnionitis and increased cesarean delivery. Graduates should know the indications and complications of induction of labor.

GOAL

Recognize the indications, techniques, and complications of induction of labor

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

By the end of this course, the student will be able to:

l        List the different indications for induction of labor

l        Describe the different techniques of induction of labor

l        Recognize criteria for successful induction of labor with special emphasis on Bishop’s score

l        State the complications of induction of labor and the drugs used to treat it

CONTENT

l        Indications for induction of labor

l        The different techniques of induction of labor

l        Criteria for induction of labor with special emphasis on Bishop’s score

l        The complications of induction of labor and drugs used to treat it

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