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Reverse breech extraction in cases of second stage caesarean section.

D Schwake¹, L Petchenkin, J S Younis

¹Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Holy Family Hospital, Nazareth, Israel.

Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology : the Journal of the Institute of Obstetrics and Gynaecology

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Reverse breech extraction is a feasible technique for disengaging the fetal head during second-stage cesarean sections (CS). This method demonstrated success with low maternal and newborn complication rates.

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Area of Science:

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Surgical Techniques
Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Background:

Cesarean section (CS) is a common surgical procedure.
Second-stage CS presents unique challenges, particularly fetal head engagement in the pelvis.
Alternative techniques are needed to improve outcomes in complex CS cases.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the feasibility of reverse breech extraction for fetal head disengagement during second-stage cesarean section (CS).
To compare maternal and neonatal outcomes between reverse breech extraction and conventional methods in second-stage CS.

Main Methods:

Retrospective evaluation of 50 women undergoing urgent second-stage CS.
Comparison of 29 women delivered via reverse breech extraction (study group) with 21 women using the conventional approach (control group).
Analysis of operative blood loss, hemoglobin drop, Apgar scores, cord pH, and newborn birth weights.

Main Results:

Reverse breech extraction was successful in all 29 cases in the study group.
No significant differences were observed in blood loss, hemoglobin drop, Apgar scores, cord pH, or newborn weights between the groups.
Low rates of maternal and neonatal complications were noted, with no birth trauma or NICU admissions related to extraction.

Conclusions:

Reverse breech extraction is a feasible and safe method for disengaging the fetal head during second-stage CS.
The technique appears to be associated with low maternal and neonatal complication rates.
Further research may support the adoption of this maneuver in specific clinical scenarios.