Obstetric Turn External

Obstetric rotation as a method of choice

*Obstetric rotation is performed for two indications:* this is a complicated birth with cephalic presentation resulting from incorrect insertion of the fetal head into the pelvic cavity. Also, the reason for using external rotation is a clinically narrow pelvis.

In recent years, cephalic birth has been practiced, so for these indications, it is quite often necessary to apply external gluteal forceps and obstetric rotation of the fetus. Already the first studies and numerous practice of using this technique convince of its effectiveness. In some cases, it is possible to achieve a head position even before the second s