Is There Still a Place for Forceps Delivery in Modern Obstetrics?

Katarzyna Zając Małgorzata Rybnik Marcin Kęsiak Jaroslaw Kalinka

Published in: Journal of mother and child (2023)

Although foetal distress is the most common indication for forceps delivery, the vast majority of newborns were born in good condition and did not require admission to NICU. Taking into consideration high efficacy and low risk of neonatal and maternal complications, forceps should remain in modern obstetrics.

Keyphrases

gestational age
birth weight
low birth weight
preterm infants
preterm birth
emergency department
pregnant women
physical activity