![]() One of the added benefits of this method is that you can be managed as outpatient while the rods are in, as long as we do not have any concerns about you or your baby.ĭilapan-S is inserted into your cervix during a vaginal examination. There is a reduced risk of strong uterine contractions while your cervix is dilating, which makes the initial part of the induction process more comfortable and safer. They will remain in from 12-15 hours, if your cervix is not sufficiently dilated, the process of insertion of another set of Dilapan-S rods for a further 12 hours will take place up to a maximum of 24 hours. This helps your cervix to soften, open and get ready for your labour in a gentle and natural way.Įach thin rod will expand slowly over 12 hours and open your cervix by causing it to dilate and soften to help prepare you for labour, a total of 5 rods will be inserted. How will I be Induced?ĭilapan-S is a non-hormonal method of inducing labour and is safe for you and your baby even if you have other medical conditions such as diabetes or asthma, or have previously had a caesarean section.ĭilapan-S is an osmotic dilator, produced from a patented hydrogel that absorbs fluid from your cervical canal and therefore increases in volume. ![]() ![]() Our priority is the continued well-being and safety of you and your baby, and the decision to induce is never taken without discussing it with you fully. We prefer labour to start naturally but offer induction when the benefits for you and your baby are greater than risks. If you are healthy and the pregnancy has been trouble free, induction of labour will be offered around 10-12 days after your due date. The pregnancy has gone beyond the expected due date with no signs of natural labour.Your waters have broken but there are no signs of labour after 24 hours.There are clinical concerns regarding the welfare of you and/or you baby.There are many reasons that your doctor or midwife may recommend induction of labour. What is Induction of labour and why am I being offered it?Īn induction of labour is when we attempt to start labour artificially. For most women labour will happen naturally between 37 and 42 weeks, leading to the birth of their baby.
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