Abstract
We report a case of a primiparous woman who was induced for post-term pregnancy with 2mg intravaginal prostaglandin gel. She developed hyperstimulation and ruptured her uterus. The pathogenesis and treatment of hyperstimulation is discussed.
MeSH terms
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Adult
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Apgar Score
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Cardiotocography
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Cesarean Section
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Dinoprostone / administration & dosage
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Dinoprostone / adverse effects*
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Female
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Gels
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Gestational Age
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Humans
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Infant, Newborn
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Labor, Induced
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Oxytocics / administration & dosage
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Oxytocics / adverse effects*
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Parity
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Pregnancy
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Uterine Rupture / chemically induced*
Substances
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Gels
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Oxytocics
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Dinoprostone