Cervix Readiness (Pregnancy)

    Last Updated: October 13, 2024

    Cervix readiness refers to the extent of softening ("ripening"), thinning, and opening of the cervix in preparation for childbirth. The cervix is considered ready for vaginal childbirth when it has ciliated by 10 centimeters.

    1,734 participants in 3 trials

    Examine Database: Cervix Readiness (Pregnancy)

    InterventionGradeEffectDetail
    Evening Primrose Oil
    B
    Saffron
    C

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    Examine Database References

    1. Saffron - Roghaieh Sadi, Sakineh Mohammad-Alizadeh-Charandabi, Mojgan Mirghafourvand, Yousef Javadzadeh, Afkham Ahmadi-BonabiEffect of Saffron (Fan Hong Hua) On the Readiness of The Uterine Cervix In Term Pregnancy: A Placebo-Controlled Randomized TrialIran Red Crescent Med J.(2016 Jun 20)
    2. Evening Primrose Oil - Shahinfar S, Abedi P, Jahanfar S, Khajehpoor M, Chashmyazdan MThe effect of evening primrose oil on cervical ripening and birth outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis.Heliyon.(2023 Feb 8)
    3. Evening Primrose Oil - Hemmatzadeh S, Mohammad Alizadeh Charandabi S, Veisy A, Mirghafourvand MEvening primrose oil for cervical ripening in term pregnancies: a systematic review and meta-analysis.J Complement Integr Med.(2023-Jun-01)