American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Volume 203, Issue 3 , Pages 190-191 , September 2010

Using birth certificate data to determine medically indicated induction rates

  • William M. Callaghan, MD, MPH

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationReprints: William M. Callaghan, MD, MPH, Division of Reproductive Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 4770 Buford Hwy., MS K-23, Atlanta, GA 30341

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 The findings and conclusions in this editorial are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the official position of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

PII: S0002-9378(10)00859-8

doi: 10.1016/j.ajog.2010.07.003

American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology
Volume 203, Issue 3 , Pages 190-191 , September 2010

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