Obstructed labour due to fetopelvic disproportion, unspecified - what does this mean
Obstructed labour due to fetopelvic disproportion is a condition in which the baby is too large to pass through the mother's pelvis, or the mother's pelvis is too small to accommodate the baby, resulting in a blocked delivery. this can be due to either disproportion in the fetal head size or the mother's pelvic size.
What happens during the disease - obstructed labour due to fetopelvic disproportion, unspecified
Obstructed labour due to fetopelvic disproportion is a condition where the fetal head is too large in relation to the mother's pelvic size, leading to difficulty during the delivery process. this disproportion can lead to prolonged labour, increased risk of uterine rupture and other associated risks. it is also associated with a high risk of fetal and maternal mortality.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To provide medical care to the mother and baby and to safely deliver the baby.
- Administer medications to the mother to reduce pain and relax the uterus.
- Perform a cesarean section to safely deliver the baby.
- Monitor the mother and baby's vital signs.
- Provide oxygen therapy to the mother and baby.
- Provide antibiotics to the mother to prevent infection.
- Perform a manual rotation of the baby to facilitate delivery.
- Administer medications to help the baby's lungs mature before delivery.
- Perform an episiotomy to create more room for the baby to pass through the birth canal.
- Monitor the baby for signs of distress.
- Provide supportive care for the mother and baby after delivery.

7 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Obstructed labour due to fetopelvic disproportion, unspecified - Prevention
To prevent obstructed labour due to fetopelvic disproportion, it is important to identify the risk factors associated with this condition and to provide timely and appropriate antenatal care, including regular monitoring of fetal growth and development and timely intervention when necessary. additionally, it is important to provide women with access to skilled birth attendants and to ensure that they are aware of the signs and symptoms of this condition so that they can seek timely medical attention.