Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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6145083 | American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology | 2014 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Although women who experience labor dystocia may ultimately deliver vaginally, a longer first stage of labor is associated with adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes, in particular shoulder dystocia. This risk must be balanced against the risks of cesarean delivery for labor arrest.
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Authors
Lorie M. MD, MSCI, Aaron B. MD, PhD, Kimberly A. MPH, Anthony O. MD, MSCE, Alison G. MD, MSCI,