Tension Versus no Tension With Foley Bulb Induction

Description

To compare the application of tension versus no tension in Foley transcervical catheters for pre-induction cervical ripening.

Conditions

Induction of Labor Affected Fetus / Newborn

Study Overview

Study Details

Study overview

To compare the application of tension versus no tension in Foley transcervical catheters for pre-induction cervical ripening.

A Prospective, Randomized Comparison of Tension Versus no Tension With Foley Transcervical Catheters for Pre-induction Cervical Ripening

Tension Versus no Tension With Foley Bulb Induction

Condition
Induction of Labor Affected Fetus / Newborn
Intervention / Treatment

-

Contacts and Locations

Honolulu

Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States, 96826

Participation Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

  • * Nulliparas with singleton live intrauterine pregnancies undergoing labor induction at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children.
  • * Cephalic presentation
  • * Intact fetal membranes
  • * Bishop score less than or equal to 6
  • * Age greater than or equal to 18 years
  • * Multiparas
  • * Multiple gestation
  • * Previous uterine/cervical surgery
  • * Ruptured fetal membranes
  • * Fetal malpresentation
  • * Any contraindication to vaginal delivery at time of admission

Ages Eligible for Study

18 Years to

Sexes Eligible for Study

FEMALE

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Collaborators and Investigators

Hawaii Pacific Health,

Study Record Dates

2025-03