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cephalic version

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cephalic version
n.
Version in which the fetus is turned so that the head presents.
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The Role of External Cephalic Version in Modern Obstetrics.
Head over heels: what you can do when your baby's breech? by Stillerman, Elaine / Mothering
Scans are also used in relation to medical interventions such as external cephalic version (attempt to manually turn a breech baby), dystocia (slow to progress labor), late labor, cervical cerclage (suturing of a cervix that is too dilated too early in pregnancy), premature rupture of membrane (breaking the waters), or before cesarean section.
What is Ultrasound? by Bruce, Elizabeth / Mothering
When a baby is in the breech position, do you routinely perform external cephalic version (turning of the baby) after 37 weeks?
Preventing unnecessary cesareans by Mothering
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