ABSTRACT

Aim: To review original Bishop score and its modifications in context of labour induction.
Design: A review article.
Setting: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital, Palacky University, Olomouc. Method: Literature review of original Bishop score, simplified Bishop score, as well as modified Bishop scores as predictive factors of successful induction of labour.
Conclusion: The Bishop score is the most commonly used method to rate the readiness of the cervix for induction of labour.