Prevalence of Labor Induction, its Indication, and Feto-Maternal Outcomes in Ethiopia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT: Labor induction (IOL) is a common obstetric intervention to stimulate uterine contractions before the spontaneous onset of labor, with the goal of achieving vaginal delivery. It is indicated for various reasons, including post-term pregnancy, premature rupture of membranes (PROM), maternal medical conditions, and fetal growth restriction. This study aims to evaluate the prevalence of labor induction, its indications, and the associated maternal and fetal outcomes in Ethiopia. A comprehensive search for relevant articles was conducted using widely recognized databases such as Google Scholar, Cochrane, PubMed, HINARI, Web of Science, African Online, and institutional repositories from Ethiopian universities. Data were extracted using the standard format provided by the Joanna Briggs Institut

SUBMITTER: Figa Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12783555 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature