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External cephalic version (ECV) is an effective procedure to reduce cesarean births for term breech infants. This study found ECV successful in 62.7% of cases across various hospital settings with good neonatal outcomes.

Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics
  • Fetal Medicine
  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Background:

  • External cephalic version (ECV) is a recommended alternative to cesarean birth for term breech presentations.
  • Its efficacy in diverse hospital settings requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of routine external cephalic version (ECV) at or after 36 weeks gestation.
  • To assess ECV efficacy across three different hospital levels.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective study involving 923 women with a single breech fetus undergoing ECV.
  • The procedure utilized a tocolytic agent and the 'forward roll' technique.
  • No maternal analgesia was administered during the procedure.

Main Results:

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  • Successful ECV was achieved in 62.7% of cases, with similar rates across hospitals.
  • Vaginal delivery occurred in 56.9% of women post-ECV.
  • The procedure was more successful in multiparous women and specific breech presentations; neonatal outcomes were generally favorable, with one femur fracture reported.

Conclusions:

  • External cephalic version (ECV) effectively reduces cesarean deliveries for term breech infants.
  • ECV demonstrates consistent efficacy and safety across various obstetric environments.
  • No significant adverse neonatal outcomes were associated with routine ECV.