Preterm labour (PTL) is the most important cause of neonatal morbidity and mortality. While some causes have been identified, the mechanisms involved remain elusive. This study investigates whether te...
The purposes of this paper are to provide an account of the recent trends in labour reallocation, and to estimate the effects of several labour market institutions on the job tenure distribution and l...
The purposes of this paper are to provide an account of the recent trends in labour reallocation, and to estimate the effects of several labour market institutions on the job tenure distribution and l...
The purposes of this paper are to provide an account of the recent trends in labour reallocation, and to estimate the effects of several labour market institutions on the job tenure distribution and l...
Serial determination of fetal and maternal pH, Pco2 and BDECF was performed in 34 cases of labour inductions with intravenously administered prostaglandin F2alpha or oxytocin. These values were compar...
In 76 women with spontaneous labour or labour induced with oxytocin or PGF2alpha, intra-uterine pressure was recorded during the first stage of labour. A statistical analysis was performed of the inte...
Recent research has revealed beneficial post-partum, psychosocial effects on the mother following labour which was accompanied by supportive companions. Whether these effects are obtained as a result ...
Premature rupture of membranes (PROM) occurs in 8% of term deliveries. In this situation labour induction with prostaglandins, compared with expectant management, results in a reduced risk of chorioam...