This issue of Outlook provides evidence-based information on the emerging use of misoprostol in obstetrics and gynecology. It describes current research, regulatory issues, availability, and administration, as well as misoprostol's use during labor and delivery for labor induction and for prevention and treatment of postpartum hemorrhage. It also describes its use in inducing or managing abortion, including for treatment of incomplete abortion, preabortion cervical ripening, and pregnancy termination. Finally, it outlines safety issues and implications for research and practice.

Author(s): Burns M

Corporate author(s): PATH

Publication date: April 2005

This publication is part of the series Outlook

Region: Global

See also:

Maternal and child health > Safe birth and newborn care

Reproductive health > Safe abortion

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