Uterine rupture at term pregnancy with the use of intracervical prostaglandin E2 gel for induction of labor.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Prostaglandin E2 is a powerful oxytocic agent that reliably initiates labor, even in the presence of an unripe cervix. The low incidence of fetomaternal complication contributes to its universal use. We report a rare case of uterine rupture after intracervical application of prostaglandin E2 gel. Thus far no prostaglandin compound or method of administration seems to be exempt from such a complication.
Medical subject headings
- Dinoprostone
- Labor, Induced
- Uterine Rupture