Use of labour induction and risk of cesarean delivery: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Background:

Induction of labour is common, and cesarean delivery is regarded as its major complication. We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to investigate whether the risk of cesarean delivery is higher or lower following labour induction compared with expectant management.

Methods:

We searched 6 electronic databases for relevant articles published through April 2012 to identify randomized controlled trials...