An Update on the Acute Management of Shoulder Dystocia.

Marisa Gilstrop, Matthew K Hoffman
Author Information
  1. Marisa Gilstrop: Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Christiana Care Health System, Newark, Delaware.

Abstract

Shoulder Dystocia continues to challenge obstetrical providers and therefore the management must evolve. The available literature demonstrates clear value in both simulation training and having a clear algorithmic approach. Similarly, the available literature suggests that delivery of the posterior arm should be prioritized. Several new techniques such as the Menticoglou maneuver, Gaskin's maneuver, and the posterior axilla sling traction technique offer obstetrical choices after more traditional techniques have failed.

MeSH Term

Arm
Birth Injuries
Delivery, Obstetric
Dystocia
Emergencies
Female
Humans
Obstetrics
Practice Guidelines as Topic
Pregnancy
Retrospective Studies
Shoulder
Simulation Training

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