A case report: cephalic replacement and emergency caesarean section for the resolution of shoulder dystocia

Singapore Med J. 1995 Dec;36(6):684-5.

Abstract

Shoulder dystocia is a serious complication of delivery. Various manoeuvres had been described, all aim at achieving shoulder descent and vaginal delivery. We report a case whereby shoulder dystocia was managed by a rather unique technique--the foetal head was replaced in the vagina and baby delivered by emergency Caesarean Section.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Cesarean Section*
  • Dystocia / surgery*
  • Emergencies*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Male
  • Obstetrical Forceps
  • Pregnancy