How to induce labor

In the third trimester of pregnancy, especially more than 1 week due date, if there is no spontaneous labor initiation can be given induction, need to do the relevant examination in advance, including ultrasound evaluation and cervical score, if the cervix is not mature or below six points to promote cervical ripening treatment before induction, otherwise the failure rate of induction is higher. When the cervical score is above six points, that is, when the cervix tends to mature, the success rate of induction is higher. The most common method of inducing labor is oxytocin. When oxytocin is used, it must be used at a low dose to prevent tonic contractions. Excessive contractions will cause fetal hypoxia and uterine rupture. After using small doses of oxytocin, gradually increase the dose, and then observe the contractions until 3 contractions per minute are called regular contractions. At the same time, the pregnant woman should be examined regularly to see if the purpose of oxytocin is achieved.