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Induction in Nulliparous Women at 39 Weeks to Prevent Adverse Outcomes: A Randomized Controlled Trial
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Elective Induction of Labor for Labor and Delivery. Completed, enrolled 6,106 participants across 16 sites.
Detailed Summary
A randomized clinical trial to assess whether elective induction of labor at 39 weeks of gestation compared with expectant management will improve outcomes.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Women randomized to induction of labor will undergo induction via oxytocin at 39 weeks 0 days to 39 weeks 4 days. Those with an unfavorable cervix (modified Bishop score \< 5) will first undergo cervical ripening (method left to the discretion of the patient's physician) in conjunction with or followed by oxytocin stimulation unless a contraindication arises.