A modern view of pregnancy management tactics with a tendency to post-term pregnancy

Abstract

This analytical review article compares elective induction of labor with expectant management for a tendency to post-term pregnancy and examines its impact on maternal and neonatal outcomes and caesarean section rates. Currently, the issue of management tactics during pregnancy beyond 41 weeks remains hotly debated and requires further research.

Keywords

tendency to post-term pregnancy / induction of labor / expectant management / preparation for labor / post-term pregnancy / pre-induction of labor

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