Comparative Study Between Cycle Oxygenase II Inhibitors and Beta II Sympathomimetics in Treatment of Preterm Labor

Abstract

Preterm labor and delivery is the most common cause of perinatal mortality and morbidity in developing countries and is the single most important complication of pregnancy in the absence of congenital abnormality. This complication continues to be a major health care problem throughout the world (Arias, 1996).

Research efforts have concentrated on diagnosis, prevention, prediction and treatment. Despite exhaustive efforts the rate of prematurity has not decreased and it remains one of the most serious problems facing obstetricians and other perinatal health care professionals (Lewis, 1996).

Preterm labor and delivery is often thought of as a social disease rather than a medical disorder. However, it is necessary for obstetricians to address the medical aspects of preterm birth but to collectively voice this concern publically. The individuals responsible for public health policy should take new initiatives to decrease social ills that are associated with preterm delivery (Creasy et al., 1993).