Pelvic rest is the avoidance of certain activities that may induce uterine contractions or cause infection.
Pelvic rest may include avoidance of:
(1) intercourse
(2) heavy lifting
(3) douching
(4) tampon use
Pelvic rest may be recommended for a woman with:
(1) subchorionic hemorrhage
(2) placenta previa
(3) cervical incompetence
(4) risk factors for preterm labor
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Purpose: To consider pelvic rest for a pregnant woman.
Specialty: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Objective: criteria for diagnosis
ICD-10: N85.8,
