Management of Labour Flashcards
1
Q
Risk factors for hypoxia during labour
A
Long labour
Maeconium
Epidural
Oxytocin
Antepartum factors: PET, IUGR
2
Q
Causes of hypoxia in labour
A
Acute causes Placental abruption Hypertonic uterus Oxytocin Umbilical cord prolapse Maternal hypotension
Non-Acute
Long labour –> persistent reduction in placental blood flow