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External cephalic version initiated at 34-35 weeks of gestation compared with 37 or more weeks of gestation increases the probability of cephalic presentation at birth but it does not reduce the cesarean section rate.

EARLY VERSUS LATE EXTERNAL CEPHALIC VERSION

MAIN OUTCOME VARIABLES: A successful conversion for the intervention group was scored when the baby spontaneously converted to the vertex position before delivery or successful external cephalic version. The conversion rate of the intervention group was compared with the comparison group who received standard obstetrical care without the opportunity for hypnosis.

Hypnosis and conversion of the breech to the vertex presentation

They also discussed broadening of midwives' role to include prenatal screening, external cephalic version and preconceptional consultations.

'Motivation for our work is the health and well-being of women and families in Central Europe': ICM Board member Andrea Stiefel writes about the midwives' associations and recent advances for midwifery in 'Central Europe--an active region within ICM'

"No practitioner would think of attempting amniocentesis, external cephalic version, cesarean section, forceps-assisted delivery, or vacuum-assisted delivery without first discussing this with the patient; however, cutting a woman's genitalia, usually unnecessarily, is thought to be in the realm of practitioner discretion," said Dr.

Study: episiotomy offers no maternal benefits

Early external cephalic version for breech presentation (at 34 to 36 weeks gestation instead of after 37 weeks) appears to decrease the rate of noncephalic presentation at birth, as well as cesarean sections, without increasing maternal or fetal morbidity or mortality.

Consider early cephalic version for breech presentation

In February 2016, ACOG issued a revised Practice Bulletin (#161) on external cephalic version outlining clinical considerations and recommendations and providing an algorithm for patient management.

When to consider external cephalic version

When the ObGyn attempted an external cephalic version to turn the baby, the uterus ruptured and the placenta was damaged.

Uterine rupture after version for breech presentation: $7m

I have also done some work around the procedure of external cephalic version to turn babies in the breech position.

Meet the new ICM secretary general: Kathy Herschderfer tells Elizabeth Duff about her experiences around the world which have led to her feeling 'at home in the global community'

Ultrasound sizing was performed on 40%, and external cephalic version was attempted in 20%.

Should breech babies be delivered vaginally or by planned cesarean delivery?

The management algorithm may include external cephalic version, elective cesarean delivery before onset of labor, or cesarean delivery after onset of labor.

More strategies to avoid malpractice hazards on labor and delivery: 4 problematic L & D cases: occasions for the authors to talk about keeping clear of charges that you are the cause of injury during birth

18; and "External Cephalic Version: No Drop in C-Sections," p.

Too many cesareans

MONTREAL -- Early external cephalic version increases the likelihood of cephalic presentation at birth, but does not result in fewer cesarean sections compared with later cephalic version, based on the results of an international, multicenter, randomized controlled trial.

External cephalic version: no drop in C-sections