Induction of Labor: A Comparison of Guidelines

Abstract

Introduction: Induction of labor (IOL) is a commonly performed obstetric procedure that initiates labor prior to its spontaneous onset. It is advised when the benefits of terminating the pregnancy outweigh the risks of ongoing pregnancy. Aim: This is a review article that compares the most recent international guidelines on IOL by organizations including World Health Organization (WHO), the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), the Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Canada (SOGC), the Federation of Obstetric and Gynecological Socie-ties of India (FOGSI) and Queensland Health. We will also compare these recommendations to the current guidelines set in our institute, King Hamad University Hospital (KHUH) in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Conclusion: The most notable differences were observed in the Bishop scoring with minor differences in Obstet Gynecol Res 2022; 5 (1): 081-106 DOI: 10.26502/ogr081 Obstetrics and Gynecology Research Vol. 5 No. 1– March 2022. 82 the methods of induction and management of complications. Improving KHUH guidelines in particular areas would enhance patient care. Regular audits are essential to ensure practice is consistent with the guidelines.