Instrumental Delivery Flashcards
1
Q
What are the methods of instrumental delivery?
A
Forceps
Ventouse
2
Q
What are the indications for instrumental delivery?
A
Failure to progress
Fetal distress
Maternal exhaustion
Control of the head in various fetal positions
3
Q
What are the maternal risks of instrumental delivery?
A
PPH
Perineal tear
Injury to the anal sphincter
Incontinence of bowel or bladder
Nerve injury
Episiotomy
4
Q
What are the risks to baby of instrumental delivery?
A
Cephalohaematoma in ventouse
Facial nerve palsy with forceps
5
Q
What is the main complication of ventouse delivery?
A
Cephalohaematoma
6
Q
What is a cephalohaematoma?
A
A collection of blood between the periosteum and the skull
7
Q
What maternal nerve injuries can be caused by instrumental delivery?
A
Femoral nerve
Obtruator nerve
