Articles related to "Shoulder Dystocia"

Shoulder dystocia is one of the most serious of all obstetric complications. Large babies can sometimes be a risk factor. One treatment is the Gaskin Maneuver.

In a trial that may portend the future, researchers found that an instrument that periodically measures blood sugar can cut the risk of macrosomia in half.

Elevated blood glucose during pregnancy can increase a woman's risk of developing Type II diabetes in the future. It also increases risks for her unborn child.

Women who are struggling with obesity will often have additional complications during pregnancy. Gastric bypass could help prevent some pregnancy risks.