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¹Porodnicko-gynekologická klinika, FN Ostrava.

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Area of Science:

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Reproductive Medicine
Perinatal Care

Background:

Operative vaginal delivery is a critical component of obstetric practice.
Vacuum extraction and forceps are the primary instruments for assisted vaginal births.
Understanding regional variations in instrument preference and outcomes is essential for optimizing maternal and fetal care.

Purpose of the Study:

To review and synthesize current data on vacuum extraction utilization in the Czech Republic.
To compare Czech Republic's vacuum extraction rates with global trends.
To identify factors influencing the choice between vacuum extraction and forceps.

Main Methods:

Systematic review of published scientific literature.
Compilation and analysis of existing data on operative vaginal delivery in the Czech Republic.

Main Results:

The Czech Republic exhibits one of the lowest rates of vacuum extraction use worldwide.
Forceps remains the predominantly favored instrument for assisted vaginal delivery.
Vacuum extraction use is increasing, but its application is restricted by a common contraindication in cases of presumed fetal distress.

Conclusions:

International literature suggests vacuum extraction should be preferred in operative vaginal deliveries due to reduced maternal trauma.
Obstetricians require proficiency in both vacuum extraction and forceps techniques.
The selection of an instrument should be based on the clinician's expertise, experience, and specific clinical circumstances.