| Literature DB >> 28703909 |
Katie Page, William F McCool, Mamie Guidera.
Abstract
The use of exogenous oxytocin to induce or augment labor has increased in recent years. This literature-informed review examines the action of this medication and the potential associated complications, with an evaluation of current professional practice guidelines. A brief history of the use of exogenous oxytocin for labor induction or augmentation is presented. In addition, risk management strategies for the prevention of oxytocin-related adverse outcomes and subsequent litigation are identified.Entities:
Keywords: Pitocin; augmentation of labor; fetal heart rate monitoring; high-alert medication; induction of labor; intrapartum care; oxytocin; risk management; tachysystole
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Year: 2017 PMID: 28703909 DOI: 10.1111/jmwh.12610
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Midwifery Womens Health ISSN: 1526-9523 Impact factor: 2.388