
Identification of Neonates at Risk for Shoulder Dystocia
Specialty: | Obstetrics & Gynecology Pedatrics |
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Description: | Shoulder dystocia refers to an abnormal vaginal delivery with the arrest related to the shoulder of the fetus. Acker et al identified several risk factors for shoulder dystocia in neonates. A fetus with a significant risk may benefit from Cesarean section. |
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