The rate of labor induction is steadily increasing and, in industrialized countries,
approximately one out of four pregnant women has their labor induced. Induction of labor …

Herbal medicine use has grown considerably worldwide among pregnant women, and is
particularly widespread in sub-Saharan Africa. However, herbal medicines used across sub …

This encyclopaedia, which scientifically describes 121 fat vegetable oils, waxes and
vegetable fats from all continents, was compiled at the Department of Pharmaceutical …

Objective The use of herbal medicines for induction of labour (IOL) is common globally and
yet its effects are not well understood. We assessed the efficacy and safety of herbal …

Objectives Post-term pregnancy is a condition associated with increased maternal and fetal
complications. Administration of castor oil causes cervical stimulation by increasing the …

A large number of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) have been published on the effects of
oral/vaginal misoprostol and oxytocin on delivery outcomes; however, data from these RCTs …

Introduction Cervical ripening can be induced using a variety of methods. It is used in cases
where the cervix is in an unfavorable state prior to the start of the labor induction. The …

Pregnancy and birth are biological phenomena that carry heavy cultural overlays, and
pregnant and birthing women need care and attention during both ordinary and …

Objective This guideline presents evidence and recommendations for cervical ripening and
induction of labour. It aims to provide information to birth attendants and pregnant …

Objective Several systematic reviews and meta-analyses have summarized the evidence on
the efficacy and safety of various outpatient cervical ripening methods. However, the method …