----- Original Message ----- From: "Angela Cross" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Friday, January 11, 2002 10:20 AM Subject: [ukmidwifery] Foley induction
> Here's a nice study of Foley induction followed by a couple of descriptions > of the technique . > http://www.bhj.org/journal/1999_4104_oct99/original_701.htm > > > Inserting a foley's catheter is simple. Can be done in left lateral or in > lithotomy. Visualise the cervix, grasp it > gently with a single tooth volsellum to stabilise it. Swab the cervix > with your favourite disinfectant, take the > catheter with a sponge holder holding it not more than 2 centimetres > from the tip. Introduce it into the os and feed it > in with the sponge holder. I find it best to have the syringe already > prefilled and in the inflation connection. Even if > you don't get it right into the cavity at first, inflating the bulb > will pull it in provided it is already more than > halfway in. stray > > > Procedure: > Visualize cervix with speculum. > Cleanse cervix. > Advance Foley catheter 2-3 cm beyond the internal os. > Inflate balloon with sterile water. Some practitioners tape the catheter to > the inner thigh under tension as this may increase the effectiveness. > > > When the cervix has been dilated to approximately 3 to 4 centimeters, the > Foley > catheter balloon falls out, leaving your cervix dilated and ripe for > induction. Pitocin > may be started anytime during this process. > Warmest Regards, > Angela C. > > > To UNSUBSCRIBE from this group, send an email to: > [EMAIL PROTECTED] > and NOT to the usual group address. > > > > Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/ > > -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit <http://www.acegraphics.com.au> to subscribe or unsubscribe.
