Publications by authors named "Alison L Woodworth"
Arch Gynecol Obstet
June 2013
Article Synopsis
- The study examines the effectiveness of different forms of progestogen (intramuscular, vaginal, and oral) in preventing preterm births and neonatal deaths in women at risk.
- From 27 randomized trials, both vaginal and oral progestogens were found effective in reducing preterm births, while only intramuscular progestogen showed significant impact on lowering neonatal deaths.
- The findings suggest that all delivery routes can reduce preterm births, but not all are effective in reducing neonatal deaths, indicating a need for future studies to compare these methods directly.
Obstet Gynecol
October 2012
Article Synopsis
- The study reviewed the effectiveness of progestogens in preventing preterm birth among women with specific risk factors.
- Among women with a history of preterm birth and a single baby, progestogen treatment significantly reduced preterm birth risk by 22% and neonatal death risk by 42%.
- However, it was found that progestogens do not effectively prevent preterm birth in multiple gestations, with limited evidence of benefits for women experiencing preterm labor or with a short cervix.
