Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

Shoulder dystocia: prevention and management.

Robert B Gherman1

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Washington Adventist Hospital, 7600 Carrou Avenue, 3rd floor, Takoma Park, MD 20912, USA. ghermtoo@aol.com

Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America
|May 19, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Shoulder dystocia management requires training for all obstetric care providers. Practicing maneuvers through drills improves teamwork and preparedness for this unpredictable emergency.

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Rhabdomyolysis After Intravenous Iron Sucrose Infusion During Pregnancy.

Obstetrics and gynecology·2023
Same author

An Extractor for the Management of Shoulder Dystocia.

Obstetrics and gynecology·2022
Same author

Shoulder Dystocia: Challenging Basic Assumptions.

Obstetrics and gynecology clinics of North America·2022
Same author

Does the McRoberts' manoeuvre need to start with thigh abduction? An innovative biomechanical study.

BMC pregnancy and childbirth·2020
Same author

Maternal Bradycardia Associated with Betamethasone Administration During Pregnancy.

Case reports in obstetrics and gynecology·2019
Same author

A comparison of cervical ripening modalities among overweight and obese nulliparous gravidas.

The journal of maternal-fetal & neonatal medicine : the official journal of the European Association of Perinatal Medicine, the Federation of Asia and Oceania Perinatal Societies, the International Society of Perinatal Obstetricians·2019

Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Emergency Medicine

Background:

  • Shoulder dystocia is an unpredictable obstetric emergency.
  • Knowledge of alleviation maneuvers is crucial for various healthcare professionals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To emphasize the importance of training in shoulder dystocia management.
  • To highlight the benefits of simulation drills for obstetric emergencies.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature and clinical guidelines on shoulder dystocia.
  • Discussion of the role of simulation-based training (drills).

Main Results:

  • Training is essential for obstetric residents, attending physicians, family practitioners, nurses, and nurse midwives.
  • Drills enhance teamwork and practical skill acquisition for managing shoulder dystocia.

Related Experiment Videos

Conclusions:

  • All laboring patients should be considered at risk for shoulder dystocia.
  • Regular practice of management maneuvers is vital for optimal patient outcomes.