Induction of labour in multiparas with unripe cervixes using Foley catheter balloon Pregnancy and Childbirth
Conditions
Interventions
The participant information sheet will be given to all potential recruits and any inquiries by the participants will be answered by the recruiting care provider. Written consent will be obtained from
Sponsors
University of Malaya
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
Female
Age
18 Years to 120 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Multiparous women (at least 1 vaginal delivery = 24 weeks) 2. Age = 18 years 3. Gestational age = 37 weeks 4. Singleton pregnancy 5. Cephalic presentation 6. Intact membrane 7. Reassuring fetal heart rate tracing 8. Absence of significant contraction = 2 in 10 minutes 9. Successful Foley catheter insertion for induction of labour
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. History of caesarean delivery, hysterotomy, uterine perforation or previous myomectomy 2. Latex allergy 3. Estimated fetal weight 4kg 4. Known major fetal malformations 5. Contraindications for vaginal delivery 6. Patient who is suspected of harbouring COVID-19 infection or is COVID-19 positive
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Induction to delivery interval measured using the time from the insertion of the Foley catheter until delivery, at a baseline of 48 hours | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Maternal satisfaction with the birth process after labour induction measured using a questionnaire, 24 hours after the end of the trial | — |
Countries
Malaysia
Contacts
Public ContactNoor Fadzliana Mohd Zin
Outcome results
None listed