Vol. 34 (6) 2013 Neuro endocrinology letters

48-hours administration of fenoterol in spontaneous preterm labor - does it affect fetal preload?

OBJECTIVE: to investigate whether any changes in the preload index (PLI) occur within the first 48 hours of fenoterol intravenous tocolysis.

MATERIAL AND METHODS: Doppler evaluation of placental and fetal circulation was performed in 36 pregnant women prior to fenoterol administration and after 24/48 hours. Measu.....