Influence of acupuncture on duration of labor

Author(s): Zeisler, H., Tempfer, C. , Mayerhofer, K. , Barrada, M. , Husslein, P.

Journal/Book: gynecol obstetric investigation. 1998; 46(1): 22-25.

Abstract: The aim of this case control study was to evaluate the thus far controversially discussed influence of acupuncture (AP) on the duration of labor. Fifty-seven women with AP treatment (group A) were included in our study after spontaneous vaginal full-term delivery. The control group included 63 women (group B). Median duration of the first stage of labor was 196 min in group A and 321 min in group B ( Wilcoxon 2- sample test, p < 0.0001). Median duration of t r.

Keyword(s): aku forsch

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