Accuracy of preinduction transvaginal sonography (TVS) and bishop scores in predicting successful labor induction: a global systematic review and meta-analysis
TVS shows a moderate, non-significant advantage over Bishop score in predicting successful labor induction. High heterogeneity suggests context-specific performance. Further research should explore whether a combined TVS-Bishop score approach could optimize clinical decision-making. Further research is needed to standardize protocols and assess cost-effectiveness across diverse settings.
Authors
- Jackson Kakooza
- Daniel Udofia Owu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8264-9131)
- Emmanuel Okurut (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1482-4532)
- Catherine Lewis
- Prosper Akankwasa
- John Katongole
- Esther Namutosi
- Stellamaris Muthue Andrew
- Idrissa A. Suleiman
- Nightingale Khamonya Senaji
Institutions
- St. Joseph Hospital (US)
- Kampala International University (UG)
- Mulago Hospital (UG)
- Kampala International University in Tanzania (TZ)
Publication Details
- Journal
- The Journal of Maternal-Fetal & Neonatal Medicine
- Published
- 2026-01-04
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1080/14767058.2025.2607251
- Primary Topic
- Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00