title: Save the Barton forceps.
abstract: The old Barton forceps is uniquely designed for a new use. The curves of the blades and shanks make them useful for assisting in repeat cesarean deliveries and other cesareans with a high presenting vertex.
authors.affiliation: Lakeside Women's Specialty Center, Ltd., Metairie, Louisiana.
authors.forename: J W
authors.initials: JW
authors.lastname: Megison
mesh_terms: D002585:Cesarean Section; D004867:Equipment Design; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D009772:Obstetrical Forceps; D011247:Pregnancy; D012086:Reoperation