obstetrics-gynaecology
Modified Bishop Score for Cervical Ripeness
Modified version of the Bishop score assessing cervical favourability for induction of labour. Scores dilation, effacement, station, consistency, and position. Score ≥8 = favourable cervix; score <6 = induction likely to require cervical ripening.
References
- Bishop EH. Pelvic scoring for elective induction. Obstet Gynecol. 1964;24:266–268.
Related
Curated clinical cross-links plus same-class fallbacks.
Drugs
- Dinoprostone (Cervical Ripening / Induction of Labour) · Prostaglandin E2 (Cervical Ripening / Induction of Labour)
- Propofol · Anaesthetic (IV Induction / Sedation)
- Thiopental Sodium · Barbiturate Induction Agent
- Etomidate · Imidazole Induction Agent
- Hydrocortisone (Oral Replacement) · Glucocorticoid Replacement
- Clomifene Citrate · Selective Oestrogen Receptor Modulator (SERM) / Ovulation Induction Agent
Decision support only — verify against MDCalc, NICE, or your local guideline before clinical use.