Fetal descent and maternal feedback substantially shortens second stage labor Date: February 2, 2015 Source: Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine Summary: Researchers reported that the use of a ...

Protracted labor Protracted labor refers to cervical dilation that is abnormally slow or to abnormally slow fetal descent. This means the labor does not progress as fast as it should.

Protracted labour: Slow cervical dilation or fetal descent may need IV fluids or a C-section.- Abnormal presentations: Breech or transverse positions can increase delivery risks.- ...

The Friedman curve, the gold standard for rates of cervical dilation and fetal descent during active labor, was developed almost 50 years ago.

After 1 hour and 50 minutes of maternal pushing effort, a decision was made by the patient, midwife, and physician to proceed with a cesarean section because of the arrest of fetal descent and ...

Can Researchers Find Remedies for the Problems Created by High-Altitude Pregnancies? In people not adapted to life at altitude, the sparse oxygen can impair fetal growth, causing issues that can ...

What’ s New: Samsung Medison and Intel are collaborating on new smart workflow solutions to improve obstetric measurements that contribute to maternal and fetal safety and can help save lives ...

Type of assisted birth is classified by the station of the fetal head and the degree to which it is rotated within the pelvis. Contrasting Vacuum Extraction and Forceps The vacuum device first ...

Samsung Medison and Intel collaborate on new smart workflow solutions to improve obstetric measurements that contribute to maternal and fetal safety.