Modified manual rotation in midpelvic delivery.
A relatively atraumatic and simple technique for forceps rotation of the vertex is described for use when spontaneous rotation has failed to occur. The technique consists of applying the Laufe forceps as in a Scanzoni application to achieve maximum flexion of the vertex. The forceps blade is used only as an attachment for the finger rotation. No twisting of the forceps handle is required.
D002585:Cesarean Section / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods; D005113:Extraction, Obstetrical / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D009772:Obstetrical Forceps / Q000009:adverse effects; D011247:Pregnancy; D012399:Rotation