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Comparison of labor duration between the 2 groups.
| Indicators | Control group (oxytocin only, n = 100) | Study group (misoprostol + oxytocin, n = 100) | P-value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Induction-to-labor time (h) | 11.8 ± 3.5 | 8.4 ± 2.9 | <.001 |
| First stage of labor (h) | 9.6 ± 3.2 | 7.2 ± 2.8 | <.001 |
| Second stage of labor (h) | 1.2 ± 0.6 | 1.1 ± 0.5 | .18 |
| Third stage of labor (min) | 7.5 ± 2.1 | 7.2 ± 2.0 | .27 |
