11 Questions
What is the most common cause of obstructed labor?
Contracted pelvis
In the context of obstructed labor, what is a soft tissue abnormality that may contribute to the condition?
Tumor previa
Which fetal abnormality can lead to obstructed labor?
Hydrocephalus
What factor during the antenatal period may raise suspicion of obstructed labor?
Contracted pelvis on clinical pelvimetry
Which presentation may lead to obstructed labor?
Mento posterior presentation
What is a common clinical feature of unengaged head at term in primigravidas?
Exhausted and anxious mother
What is Bandl's ring formation commonly associated with?
Primigravidas
Which procedure is preferred for relieving obstruction in cases of an unengaged head at term in primigravidas with an alive fetus at high station?
Vaginal operations
What clinical sign is NOT associated with unengaged head at term in primigravidas?
High fever
What type of delivery is preferred in the presence of uterine rupture or imminent rupture during a procedure?
Cesarean delivery
Which antibiotic regimen is recommended for controlling infection in cases of unengaged head at term in primigravidas?
Metronidazole 500 mg IV/PO TID
Learn about obstructed labor, which is the failure of descent of fetal presenting part in the maternal birth canal for mechanical reasons despite adequate uterine contractions. Explore the causes including cephalo pelvic disproportion, malpresentations, and other factors.
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