International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics : the official organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics
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Int J Gynaecol Obstet · Apr 2001
Randomized Controlled Trial Clinical TrialMisoprostol for prevention of postpartum hemorrhage.
To compare the effectiveness of 400 microg rectal misoprostol in 5 cm(3) of saline with oxytocin 10 IU, i.m., in reducing bleeding during the third stage of labor. ⋯ Misoprostol administered as a micro-enema, 400 microg in 5 ml of saline during the third stage of labor, appears to be as effective as oxytocin 10 IU, i.m., but misoprostol produced more side effects than oxytocin.
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To compare maternal and neonatal outcomes in elective cesarean vs. attempted vaginal delivery for breech presentation at or near term. ⋯ Cesarean delivery of selected near-term infants presenting as breech is associated with increased maternal morbidity without corresponding improvement in neonatal outcomes.