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The article was professionally consulted by Specialist Doctor Obstetrician and Gynecologist - Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital.
In some special cases, the use of induction is essential to avoid possible complications during childbirth. This method is only used when there is a doctor's directive through ultrasound, clinical testing when signs of instability occur with the pregnant woman or the fetus.
1. What is drug induction of labor?
Drug induction of labor, also known as gonadotropin, is a method of drug intervention to promote labor to end a pregnancy through the vagina.
There are two main and safe methods of drug induction of labor induction: intravenous oxytocin infusion and placement of cerviprim - a Prostaglandin E2.
After being injected with the inducer, pregnant women will feel some of the following signs:
Strong contractions appear rushing and strong, and other signs of labor such as back pain, cramps ... came and made her feel pain, cold sweat and difficulty breathing. Your cervix will open faster and when it reaches 10cm, it means the baby is ready to come out.
2. Possible risks when inducing labor with drugs
In general, induced labor is quite safe, but it can still pose certain risks:
High risk of cesarean section: If induction methods are not effective, the doctor will recommend a cesarean section. . Longer hospital stay: If you induce labor, you may need to stay in the hospital longer during labor and delivery. If you have a cesarean section after induction, your hospital stay will be longer. Strong Sphincter: Induction can cause contractions to be stronger and more continuous than spontaneous labor. Therefore, it is more likely that you will need an epidural or some other medicine to control the pain. Fetal infection: After taking birth control pills, rupture of the amniotic sac can lead to infection if you don't deliver within a day or two.
3. When to induce labor with drugs?
Indication for inducing labor with drugs when:
Inducing labor with drugs when the pregnant woman is 2 weeks past the due date (pregnancy) but there is no sign of labor or there is but it happens too slowly. When the amniotic sac has ruptured, but labor has not yet come, you need to use inducers to reduce the risk of infection from the womb to the baby, especially when the membranes are torn. A mother with preeclampsia during pregnancy can endanger the mother's life, restricting blood and nutrients from passing to the baby. The mother has a chronic or acute illness such as high blood pressure, diabetes, or kidney disease. The mother has polyhydramnios or other problems in the uterus. There are other cases that need to use fertility drugs such as fetal growth retardation or failure to develop; chromosomal abnormality in pregnancy; strong lack of amniotic fluid; stillbirth. The method of inducing labor by inducing labor is contraindicated in the following cases:
The mother's pelvis is narrow; have surgical scars in the uterus; genital herpes is active. Women who have had a cesarean section or have had previous uterine surgery. Strong contractions can cause the placenta to separate from the wall of the uterus (placental abruption). The mother has a serious chronic illness, cervical cancer. She is pregnant with multiples and has given birth many times. The fetus has a horizontal position, a breech position, and a large fetus. Placenta striker and placenta low. At Vinmec International General Hospital, there is a package maternity service as a solution to help pregnant women feel secure because of the companionship of the medical team throughout the pregnancy. When choosing Maternity Package, pregnant women can:
The pregnancy process is monitored by a team of qualified doctors Regular check-up, early detection of abnormalities Maternity package helps to facilitate the process. birthing process Newborns get comprehensive care
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