Analysis 1.4. Comparison 1 Ergot alkaloids (any route of administration) versus no uterotonic agents, Outcome 4 Maternal haemoglobin concentration at 24 to 48 hours postpartum (g/dL

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One small trial was identified reporting only two outcomes. Evidence from this single trial suggests that antibiotic prophylaxis may lead to little or no difference in endometritis or maternal length of stay. There were no data on any other outcomes to evaluate the impact of antibiotic prophylaxis after operative vaginal delivery. Future research on antibiotic prophylaxis for operative vaginal delivery is needed to conclude whether it is useful for reducing postpartum morbidity.

The use of MVA in the management of a first-trimester abortion is practical, safe, cheap and time-saving.

Single-dose 400 mg celecoxib had an inadequate beneficial effect on pain relief but significant antipyretic effect during second trimester abortions using sublingual misoprostol.