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Peter Kent's Articles in Womens Issues

  • How can Should Dystocia Be Prevented and What Does the ACOG Recommend?
    A shoulder dystocia emergency during birth can have disastrous consequences for the baby if not handled properly. Since the baby’s head is already delivered but its shoulders are stuck behind the mother’s pelvis, there is a strong possibility of the baby dying from suffocation if too much time elapses and the shoulder dystocia is not resolved.