An external cephalic version (ECV) can cause discomfort or mild pain for some women, as it involves applying pressure to the abdomen to turn the baby from a breech position to a head-down position. The sensation varies from person to person; while some may experience cramping or tightness, others may find it tolerable. Doctors typically monitor the procedure closely and provide pain relief options if needed. Overall, while it can be uncomfortable, it’s usually brief and done with the goal of improving delivery outcomes.
An attempt to reposition a baby in a breech position
I presume that you are talking about external cephalic version
External cephalic version is a way to try to turn a baby from breech position to vertex (head-down) position while it's still in the mother's uterus. In other words, external cephalic version means turning the baby from outside of the abdomen so that it's in the head-down position.
Cephalic Version
Cephalic Version
cephalic version
cephalic version
Prior to an external cephalic version (ECV), patients are often administered tocolytics, which are medications that help relax the uterus and reduce contractions, facilitating the procedure. Common tocolytics include terbutaline and nifedipine. Additionally, some practitioners may use analgesics or sedatives to help ease any discomfort during the procedure. Antenatal corticosteroids may also be given if the fetus is preterm, to promote lung maturity in case delivery occurs.
The doctor may first attempt to reposition the baby (external cephalic version). The doctor may also try a vaginal breech delivery, depending on various factors.
The injury was cephalic.
Cephalic Carnage was created in 1992.
There is actually no such artery as the cephalic artery. There is the brachiocephalic artery which comes out of the aortic arch, and also a cephalic vein.