[Foley catheter versus intravaginal misoprostol for labour induction].

Background: Both mechanical and pharmacological methods are used for induction of labour.
Aim of the Study: To compare the effectiveness and safety of induction of labour with Foley catheter vs. vaginal administration of misoprostol-prostaglandin.
Material and Methods: Obstetric data of 235 women with induced labour (142 with Foley catheter and 213 with misoprostol) were collected from medical records.
Results: There were no differences in frequency of caesarean section or in the rate of neonatal complications between the two groups. Oxytocin was used more frequently among nulliparous women in the Foley group.
Conclusions: Labour induction with Foley catheter is as safe and effective as induction with misoprostol.