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External cephalic version of non‐cephalic presentation; is it worthwhile? [PDF]

Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica, 2011
AbstractA retrospective study of 186 consecutive external cephalic versions (ECV) late in the third trimester was done. Logistic regression analysis of background factors leading to a successful ECV showed that multiparity, a larger amount of amniotic fluid, measured as amniotic fluid index, and a transverse fetal position were each significantly ...
Tomas Gottvall, Charlotte Ginstman
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Effect of stimulating the BL67 point on fetal correction from breech to cephalic presentation and natural delivery after the 36 weeks of pregnancy: A randomized clinical trial

Reproductive and Developmental Medicine, 2020
Objective: Various techniques are proposed for changing fetal presentation. We aimed to assess the effect of BL67 point stimulation on correcting breech presentation and natural delivery in women at 36–38 gestational weeks.
Khatereh Sourani, Abolfazl Mohammadbeigi, Nasim Khademi, Azadeh Asgarian, Imaneh Khaki, Zohreh Ahmadi   +5 more
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Differences between breech and cephalic neonates born after planned cesarean section: a systematic review [PDF]

BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth
Background A growing number of studies have found that breech presentation is related to preexisting diseases and may affect future fetal development. This study aimed to compare the differences between breech presentation and cephalic presentation and ...
Yi Du, Xiaoyun Zhang, Xinyu Zhou, Philip N. Baker, Mark D. Kilby, Chao Tong   +5 more
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Breech presentation in the third trimester: factors influencing spontaneous cephalic version and delivery outcome differences between spontaneous and non-spontaneous cephalic presentations

The Journal of Maternal-Fetal & Neonatal Medicine
Introduction The prevalence of breech presentation ranges from 6.9% to 10.0% between weeks 32 and 36 of gestation, gradually declining to 3.0–5.0% by the time an external cephalic version (ECV) can be offered.
Sara Derisbourg, Mathilde Lancelle, An Vercoutere, Michel Boulvain, Caroline Daelemans   +4 more
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Cephalic version by moxibustion for breech presentation [PDF]

Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2023
Moxibustion (a type of Chinese medicine which involves burning a herb close to the skin) to the acupuncture point Bladder 67 (BL67) (Chinese name Zhiyin), located at the tip of the fifth toe, has been proposed as a way of correcting breech presentation.
Meaghan Coyle, Caroline Smith, Brian Peat   +2 more
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Non-cephalic presentation in late pregnancy [PDF]

BMJ, 2006
Caesarean section rates continue to increase around the world. Although non-cephalic presentation is not the most common indication for caesarean section, it may be one of the most preventable.1 Timely diagnosis of this condition, and an attempt at external cephalic version at about 36 weeks' gestation, has been shown to safely reduce the need for ...
James Nicholson
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Conjoined twin at abdomen: twin A anencephaly and face presentation with twin B cephalic presentation: a case report and review of the literature [PDF]

Journal of Medical Case Reports
Objectives Conjoined twins are described as having been physically fused during pregnancy and delivery. They share some vital organs, such as the heart, lungs, liver, abdomen, etc. The article aims to present a unique discussion on conjoined twins at the
Leta Hinkosa Dinsa, Asfaw Tadesse Mengesha   +1 more
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To determine the rate of success of external cephalic version in low risk breech presentations and possible factors affecting its success in POF hospital, Wah Cantt.

Journal of Rawalpindi Medical College, 2021
Background The caesarean section rate  is on the rise for various reasons. One of the reason is breech presentation . External cephalic version is a procedure to manipulate the baby from breech to cephalic presentation externally through the maternal ...
Noreen Majeed, Shabana Kalsoom, Faiza Safdar, Shazia Rafique, Shamsa Tariq, Saana Bibi   +5 more
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Outcome of external cephalic version in breech presentation [PDF]

Medical Journal Armed Forces India, 2012
Breech presentation is the most common abnormal foetal presentation with an incidence of 3–4% at term. It is associated with increased perinatal mortality and morbidity irrespective of the route of delivery. There is higher incidence of premature rupture of membranes, premature labour, prolapsed cord, traumatic deliveries, perinatal mortality and ...
SK Kathpalia, Yoginder Singh, Ratika Sharma   +2 more
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Breech presentation induction compared to cephalic presentation: Effectiveness and characteristics

European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology, 2023
The objective of our study was to compare the effectiveness of induction in cephalic presentations to that of breech presentations as well as the characteristics of the latter and the maternal-fetal morbidity and mortality.This was a single-center retrospective study carried out at the Lille University Hospital in the Jeanne de Flandre Maternity ...
Florence Leblanc, Myriam Khobzaoui, Emeline Cailliau, D. Subtil, V. Houfflin‐Debarge, Charles Garabédian, Louise Ghesquière   +6 more
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