Progesterone Supplementation in Threatened Abortion

Progesterone Supplementation in Threatened Abortion: Is it a Sound Practice?

To decide whether progesterone supplementation in threatened abortion is a sound practice.

This study was conducted at Obstetrics and Gynecology Department, Tanta University in the period from January 2018 to December 2018. Patients: Eligible patients (n=190) were randomly allocated into 2 groups; study group who will receive progesterone supplementation (Prog.group) and control group who will receive no treatment (place.group).

Inclusion Criteria:

• threatened abortion diagnosed by history and ultrasound examination
• singleton
• viable fetus
• gestational age < 20 weeks
• closed normal length cervix.

Exclusion Criteria:

• short cervix <2 cm Multiple pregnancy
• dead fetus
• open cervix ≥ 2cm
• history of cervical surgery
• refusal to participate.