Vacuum extraction is used when the fetus is not being delivered rapidly enough and is at risk for hypoxia (low oxygen). One example would be severe shoulder dystocia that was not expected prior to labor and delivery. Another would be when the mother's contractions become weaker and the mother is not able on her own, and quickly enough, to ensure the safety of the baby during the remainder of the delivery.
Vacuum extraction is used when the fetus is not being delivered
rapidly enough and is at risk for hypoxia (low oxygen). One example
would be severe shoulder dystocia that was not expected prior to
labor and delivery. Another would be when the...
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Dr. Louise Sivak answered:Vacuum extraction is used when the fetus is not being delivered rapidly enough and is at risk for hypoxia (low oxygen). One example would be severe shoulder dystocia that was not expected prior to labor and delivery. Another would be when the mother's contractions become weaker and the mother is not able on her own, and quickly enough, to ensure the safety of the baby during the remainder of the delivery.Vacuum extraction is used when the fetus is not being delivered rapidly enough and is at risk for hypoxia (low oxygen). One example would be severe shoulder dystocia that was not expected prior to labor and delivery. Another would be when the... More
