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Examination of the Pharmacology of Oxytocin and Clinical Guidelines for Use in Labor
Author(s) -
Page Katie,
McCool William F.,
Guidera Mamie
Publication year - 2017
Publication title -
journal of midwifery and women's health
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.543
H-Index - 62
eISSN - 1542-2011
pISSN - 1526-9523
DOI - 10.1111/jmwh.12610
Subject(s) - oxytocin , clinical pharmacology , medicine , labor induction , action (physics) , adverse effect , preterm labor , induction of labor , intensive care medicine , pharmacology , pregnancy , gestation , physics , quantum mechanics , biology , genetics
The use of exogenous oxytocin to induce or augment labor has increased in recent years. This literature‐informed review examines the action of this medication and the potential associated complications, with an evaluation of current professional practice guidelines. A brief history of the use of exogenous oxytocin for labor induction or augmentation is presented. In addition, risk management strategies for the prevention of oxytocin‐related adverse outcomes and subsequent litigation are identified.