Comparison of Tocolytic Agents for Successful External Cephalic Version: A Bayesian Network Meta-Analysis of Sixteen Randomized Controlled Trials
Terbutaline and ritodrine appear to offer superior efficacy in improving ECV success compared with alternative tocolytic agents, albeit with a higher incidence of maternal side effects. Consequently, clinical decision-making regarding tocolytic use should be informed by a comprehensive assessment of the associated benefits and potential risks.
Authors
- Jinhe Shi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4043-4212)
- Lu Han
- Yan Dong
- Yunyun Xiao
Institutions
- Dalian Medical University (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Balkan Medical Journal
- Published
- 2026-01-07
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.4274/balkanmedj.galenos.2025.2025-10-205
- Primary Topic
- Preterm Birth and Chorioamnionitis
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Dalian Science and Technology Innovation Fund