External cephalic version in nonvertex second twin—Success rate, mode of delivery, and safety: A systematic review [PDF]
Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica ScandinavicaIntroduction One of the key challenges regarding the management of twins involves choosing the optimal mode of delivery, which is strongly influenced by the final presentation of both fetuses. In cases of vertex–nonvertex pregnancies attempting the trial
Miłosz Dymon +5 more
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Retrospective Analysis of Pregnancy Outcomes Following External Cephalic Version for Breech Presentation [PDF]
International Journal of Women's Health, 2023 Jun Han,1 Shuai Wang,2 Mei Ding1 1Department of Obstetrics, Guangzhou Hospital of Integrated Traditional and Western Medicine, Guangzhou, 510800, People’s Republic of China; 2Department of Critical Care Medicine, Guangzhou Hospital of Integrated ...
Han J, Wang S, Ding M
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Comparison of external cephalic version outcomes among pregnant women with different gestational weight gains under combined neuraxial analgesia and tocolysis: a retrospective study [PDF]
BMC Pregnancy and ChildbirthBackground External cephalic version (ECV) is an established method for reducing cesarean section rates in fetal malpresentation. While gestational weight gain (GWG) may influence ECV success, evidence remains limited.
Li Ma, Zizhu Wang, Jiurong Li, Shen Sun
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Predictive factors for a successful external cephalic version: an observational study of four years’ experience in China [PDF]
Annals of MedicineBackground To identify predictive factors affecting the outcome of external cephalic version (ECV).Materials and methods The retrospective study included 222 women with singleton gestations who underwent ECV for breech presentation and transverse lie ...
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Clinical analysis of 40 cases of external cephalic version without anesthesia [PDF]
Journal of International Medical Research, 2021 Objective This study aimed to investigate the success rate, complications, and success-related factors of external cephalic version (ECV) of singleton breech pregnancies after 37 gestational weeks without anesthesia.
Zheng Zhi, Lin Xi
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Reviving external cephalic version: a review of its efficacy, safety, and technical aspects [PDF]
Obstetrics & Gynecology Science, 2019 Currently, the rate of cesarean sections being performed in Korea is approximately 40%, with Korea ranking 4th among the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development countries with respect to cesarean deliveries.
Gwang Jun Kim
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External cephalic version at 38 weeks' gestation at a specialized German single center. [PDF]
PLoS ONE, 2021 IntroductionCesarean section (CS) rates are increasing worldwide. One constant indication is the breech presentation at term. By offering external cephalic version (ECV) and vaginal breech delivery CS rates can be further reduced.ObjectiveThis study ...
Ann-Sophie Zielbauer +2 more
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Randomized clinical trial of the use of Propofol as a sedative agent versus spinal analgesia with bupivacaine in External Cephalic Version (PropoSpinECV): study protocol for a randomized clinical trial [PDF]
TrialsBackground External Cephalic Version (ECV) is an effective procedure for modifying fetal position to achieve a cephalic presentation. ECV is usually performed with tocolysis and spinal anesthesia.
Javier Sánchez-Romero +9 more
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External Cephalic Version in Cases of Imminent Delivery at Preterm Gestational Ages: A Prospective Series [PDF]
American Journal of Perinatology Reports, 2019 Objective When delivery of a breech fetus is required at a preterm gestational age, Cesarean delivery is often recommended. We performed a prospective patient series to assess the success rate and safety of performing external cephalic version (ECV ...
Meghan G. Hill, Kathryn L. Reed
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Effect of anesthesia on the success rate of external cephalic version: GRADE- assessed systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials [PDF]
Systematic ReviewsBackground External cephalic version (ECV) is a medical procedure in which an extracorporeal manipulation is performed to render the breech presentation (BP) fetus in the cephalic position.
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