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Cervical ripening
Prior to inducing labor, the cervix must be favorable, approximately 2 cm dilated and 80% thinned out. If this is not the case, an agent must be used to induce histochemical changes to make the cervix more favorable.
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- Industry/Domain: Health care
- Category: Pharmacy
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