Results
There was a total of 603 pregnant women in the expectant management
group compared to 634 women in the induction group. The rate of cesarean
section did not increase in the maternal age-based labour induction
group compared to the expectant management group. Subgroup analysis did
not demonstrate an increased risk by parity. Women in the expectant
management group were more likely to require neonatal intensive care
unit admission and need pediatric support.