Ventouse in the 2nd stage of labour is contraindicated in: (A) Persistent occipitoposterior position, (B) Uterine ineia, (C) Hea disease, (D) Prematurity
Answer is D. 1.Ventouse in the 2nd stage of labour is contraindicated in Prematurity as it can lead to - cephalohematoma, subgaleal hemorrhage, retinal hemorrhage, neonatal jaundice secondary to these hemorrhages and scalp lacerations. 2. A forceps is known to cage a small preterm head and in fact protect it.So, it is prefered