Prostaglandins are the pharmacological agents used for induction of labour and augmentation of labour. Prostaglandin E2 gel is used for cervical ripening and induction of labour. These are however, costly and need to be stored in a refrigerator at a temperature of 2 - 8°C, half life 18 months. The Tablet form of prostaglandin E2 is not available in Bangladesh. Misoprostol, a synthetic prostaglandin (PG) E1 analogue is used orally for the treatment of gastric and duodenal ulcer and used as a cytoprotective agent. It was first used for labour induction in 1987. Prostaglandin can be used in several gynaecological and obstetric conditions. It can be given through several routes. This article will elaborately delinate the role of misoprostol, a prostaglandin in obstetrics and gynaecological conditions. Medicine Today 2010 Volume 22 Number 02 Page 94-98 DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/medtoday.v22i2.12443
The first five years of a child's life i.e early childhood period ,often called the 'formative years', are absolutely critical for the development, performance and success of the child throughout his life. It is the period in which the foundations for future life take place. The appropriateness and quality of care and childhood opportunities and experiences that a child receives during this period may ultimately determine adult hood and his/her ability to contribute to society. Recent neuroscience shows that development of the brain over the first five years is more rapid and intensive and more vulnerable to external influence or the environment. Opportunities taken or missed during this period will have profound influence in the future life of a child.DOI: 10.3329/bmj.v39i1.6230 Bangladesh Medical Journal 2010; 39(1): 28-30
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