Chapter·Obstetrics and GynecologyLabor and Delivery

Operative Delivery (Forceps and Vacuum)Downloads

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1

The flexion point in ventouse (vacuum) delivery is located at:

A3 cm posterior to the anterior fontanelle

B3 cm anterior to the posterior fontanelle

C6 cm anterior to the posterior fontanelle

DMidway between the anterior and posterior fontanelle

2

Which among the following is a contraindication for forceps ?

AAftercoming head

BOccipito posterior

CFace

DBrow presentation

3

Forceps may be preferred over vacuum for operative delivery due to the following reasons, EXCEPT:

AVacuum requires more clinical skills than forceps

BForceps are more commonly associated with fetal facial injury

CVacuum has more chance of formation of cephalhematoma

DVacuum is preferred in certain cases to minimize trauma and reduce transmission risks

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