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Evening primrose oil and labour, is it effective? A randomised clinical trial.

Author: HaghaniHamid, JahdiFereshteh, KalatiMahnaz, KashanianMaryam, NaseriMohsen, SheikhansariNarges

Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.

Overview

This study investigated the effects of evening primrose oil on the length of pregnancy and labor. The study, involving 80 women, compared evening primrose oil to a placebo. There were no significant differences between the groups in terms of gestational age at delivery, need for induction or augmentation of labor, labor duration, baby's weight, Apgar scores, or reasons for hospital admission. The study concluded that evening primrose oil does not have a significant impact on labor or delivery outcomes. More research is needed to determine its effectiveness, and its use in clinical practice should be limited until more evidence is available.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the effects of evening primrose oil (EvPO) on the duration of pregnancy and labour. The study was performed as a triple blind placebo controlled randomised clinical trial on nulliparous low-risk women with a certain gestational age of 40 weeks of preg...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1080/01443615.2017.1386165

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Evening Primrose Oil: A Question of Effectiveness

The field of obstetrics is constantly searching for safe and effective interventions to manage labor and delivery. This randomized clinical trial investigates the effectiveness of evening primrose oil (EvPO) in influencing the duration of pregnancy and labor. The researchers compared the effects of EvPO capsules with placebo capsules in 80 nulliparous women with a gestational age of 40 weeks and a Bishop score of less than 4. Their findings reveal that EvPO did not demonstrate any significant impact on the duration of pregnancy, labor, or other key maternal or neonatal outcomes. This research suggests that EvPO may not be an effective intervention for cervical ripening or labor induction, highlighting the importance of evidence-based approaches in obstetrical care.

The Need for Evidence-Based Approaches in Obstetrics

The lack of significant effect of EvPO on pregnancy and labor duration, as demonstrated in this study, underscores the importance of evidence-based decision-making in obstetrics. This research emphasizes the need for rigorous scientific investigation to validate the effectiveness of interventions before they are widely adopted in clinical practice. The desert of obstetrical research is vast, and navigating its complexities requires careful consideration of the scientific evidence to ensure the best possible outcomes for mothers and babies.

Navigating the Desert of Obstetrics

This study highlights the importance of relying on evidence-based practices in obstetrics. The lack of effectiveness of EvPO in influencing pregnancy and labor duration suggests the need for continued research to identify safe and effective interventions. This research is a reminder that the desert of obstetrics is vast and complex, and navigating its challenges requires a commitment to evidence-based decision-making.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This randomized clinical trial provides evidence that evening primrose oil does not have a significant impact on the duration of pregnancy or labor. This research underscores the importance of relying on evidence-based practices in obstetrics and the need for continued research to identify safe and effective interventions. The desert of obstetrical research is vast, but with a commitment to scientific rigor, we can find better ways to manage pregnancy and labor.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2018-10-30
  2. Date Revised 2022-03-18
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

29426270

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1080/01443615.2017.1386165

SNS
PICO Info
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Languages

English

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