Early amniotomy after cervical ripening for induction of labor: a systematic review and metaanalysis of randomized controlled trials

Timing of artificial rupture of membranes (ie, amniotomy) in the induction of labor is controversial, because it has been associated not only with shorter labors, but also with fetal nonreassuring testing, at times necessitating cesarean delivery. The aim of this systematic review and metaanalysis of randomized trials was to evaluate the effectiveness of early amniotomy vs late amniotomy or spontaneous rupture of membranes after cervical ripening.
Source: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Category: OBGYN Authors: Tags: Systematic Review Source Type: research