title: Intrapartum obstetric emergencies.
abstract: Shoulder dystocia, uterine inversion, and prolapse of the umbilical cord are three uncommon complications of the intrapartum period. These complications share several common characteristics in that they are rare, difficult to predict, and can result in significant morbidity and mortality. This article describes the etiology, predisposing factors, and methods of management of these complications.
authors.affiliation: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Utah School of Medicine, Salt Lake City.
authors.forename: N K
authors.initials: NK
authors.lastname: Kochenour
mesh_terms: D001724:Birth Weight; D002585:Cesarean Section; D004420:Dystocia / Q000150:complications / Q000401:mortality / Q000628:therapy; D004630:Emergencies; D004632:Emergency Medical Services; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008429:Maternal Welfare; D007744:Obstetric Labor Complications / Q000401:mortality / Q000628:therapy*; D011247:Pregnancy; D012307:Risk Factors; D014470:Umbilical Cord; D014596:Uterine Prolapse / Q000145:classification / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery