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Re: What is a platypoid pelvis?

From: William F. von Almen, II, MD, FACOG (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sun, 25 Mar 2001 08:12:05 -0600 (CST)

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At Sat, 24 Mar 2001, K. wrote: >
>I have had 2 c-sections the first emergency and the second planned. I
>am pregnant with my third and my NP said due to th e2 previos sectiond
>and my platypoid pelvis it is not possible for a VBAC?
>
>Thank You

There are 4 defined pelvic inlet shapes-gynecoid, android, anthropoid and platypelloid. The last is called a flat pelvis as it is wide but not deep. With this pelvis, it is very difficult to deliver vaginally unless the baby is very small. Hope this helps.

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William F. von Almen, II, MD, FACOG
Editorial Advisor-Pregnancy and Birth
Private Practice
New Orleans, La.

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*These comments are for educational purposes only.  They are
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