290: Induction of labor at 40 weeks in nulliparous women: Is it cost-effective?

Kaimal, Anjali J; Little, Sarah J.; Odibo, Anthony O.; Stamilio, David M.; Caughey, Aaron B.

doi:10.1016/j.ajog.2007.10.305

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“…In studies that have examined this subgroup, there was no apparent increased risk associated with expectant management. although it is common for clinicians to be less concerned about induction of labor in such women, they may actually be the women in whom induction of labor is least cost-effective (77). This is because they are more likely to go into labor on their own in the next week; thus the women who may benefit most from labor induction are those with an unfavorable cervix in terms of postterm pregnancy prevention.…”

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confidence: 92%