The Australian & New Zealand journal of obstetrics & gynaecology
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Aust N Z J Obstet Gynaecol · Oct 2008
Comparative StudyInduction of labour: a comparison between controlled-release dinoprostone vaginal pessary (Cervidil) and dinoprostone intravaginal gel (Prostin E2).
There are various prostaglandin preparations available for inducing labour. Controlled-release dinoprostone vaginal pessary is used in a number of centres in Australia and New Zealand. ⋯ Use of dinoprostone vaginal pessaries did not shorten time to delivery or improve any other birth outcome measured compared to dinoprostone intravaginal gel. Clinically significant hyperstimulation appeared more common following use of the pessary. Large randomised controlled trials are needed to confirm or refute these findings.