Use of intrapartum ultrasound to assist labor management
Labor management is a crucial aspect of work within the delivery room.Fetal malpositions and cephalic malpresentations are well-known factors that contribute to a lack of progress during labor,which in turn,increases the risk of peripartum complications.Obstetricians traditionally utilize vaginal and rectal examination to monitor the progress of labor and assess fetal position,fetal head station and the birth canal,which guides labor management.However,these tra-ditional methods have been found to be highly sub-jective,and can result in significant interoperator variability.The inaccurate assessment of the fetal head position and station may increase the risk of difficult or failed assisted vaginal delivery.Intrapartum ultrasound is used to monitor various factors during labor,such as cervical dilatation,fetal head position,and station.This technique offers greater objectivity,accuracy,and avoids discomfort and infection risks associated with vaginal examinations.It is of good repeatability and can be beneficial in the management of the labor process.
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