Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3967262 | Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Reproductive Medicine | 2011 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
The application of an instrument to facilitate the birth of a child is a process that dates back centuries. This review examines the current position of the obstetric forceps and ventouse in the accoucheurs armoury and provides a brief reminder of the methods of application and techniques of delivery required with each instrument.
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Authors
Rebecca Simms, Richard Hayman,