Induction of labour indications and timing: A systematic analysis of clinical guidelines

There is widespread and some unexplained variation in induction of labour rates between hospitals. Some practice variation may stem from variability in clinical guidelines. This review aimed to identify to what extent induction of labour guidelines provide consistent recommendations in relation to reasons for, and timing of, induction of labour and ascertain whether inconsistencies can be explained by variability guideline quality.
Source: Women and Birth - Category: Midwifery Authors: Tags: Review article Source Type: research