Podalic version

Podalic version

Podalic version is an obstetric procedure wherein the fetus is turned within the womb such that one or both feet present through the cervix during childbirth. It is used most often in cases where the fetus lies transversely or in another abnormal position in the womb. In modern medicine, abnormal lies are increasingly delivered via Caesarean section, though podalic version is still an option.

Podalic version has a long history spanning back to Hippocrates. It fell out of favor over the centuries until revived by Ambroise Paré in the 16th century.

References

* [http://www.jpgmonline.com/article.asp?issn=0022-3859;year=2001;volume=47;issue=1;spage=15;epage=8;aulast=Chauhan Is internal podalic version a lost art? Optimum mode of delivery in transverse lie]


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