Re: shoulder dystocia
From: vicki (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Tue, 26 Oct 1999 21:22:14 -0500 (CDT)
thank you. what kind of time limit do you feel there is on delivering
the body once shoulder dystocia presents itself?
i really find this list very informative in that it offers the views of
doctors such as yourself in connection with women.
--
vicki
>>vicki
>
>There are many maneuvers used in delivery of a shoulder dystocia, the
>Roberts maneuver, the Woods maneuver and there are others. I'm not
>aware of the maneuver you describe having an official name. If I
>understand you correctly, with the arms coming in front of the head, it
>would be like a person diving - we normally call that "reducing the
>arms" Frequently, it is not necessary because other maneuvers allow
>delivery. If this maneuver is to be used, usually you do it on one arm
>and then, if necessary, rotate the head and shoulders to dislodge the
>shoulder dystocia is as gentle a way as possible.
>
>--
>Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
>Great Neck, New York
>
>**Note: Opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only
>and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship.
>This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to
>consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options
>and/or interventions.
>
>**Private emails cannot be entertained due to time constraints,
>consequently no private emails will receive a response.
>
>**Thank you for your understanding ;-)
>
![[ Pregnancy & Birth Forum ]](/pregnancy-birth/pnb_forum_L.gif)