Malpresentation (cont.)
Asmaa kadhim
2020
Cord presentation and cord prolaps
Causes and risk factors
Management of cord prolaps
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Depend on
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Viability of fetus
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Cervical dilatation at the time of diagnosis
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Fetal presenting part
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Dead fetus Allow vaginal delivery When there is no contraindication
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Viable fetus
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Fully dilated cervix and cephalic presentation ----- instrumental delivery
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Cervix not fully dilated ---- emergency CS after initial measures
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Cord presentation. Delivery should be by cesarean section
Measures to relive pressure on the cord
