[Experience from direct injection of low prostaglandin F2alpha doses into portio for low-complication dilatation of cervix for abruptio (author's transl)].

Reported in this paper is experience so far obtained from direct injection of prostaglandin F2alpha solution into the portio of women, with the view to "softening" their cervix for abruptio. Such pretreatment is recommended for its good results and low rate of side-effects.