Ultrasound-guided rotation to correct baby's head position during labor
This study tests if using ultrasound during labor can help correct the baby's head position when it is not facing the right way. The goal is to improve the chances of a normal vaginal delivery.
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Who can take part
- You are pregnant with one baby.
- Your baby is head-down (cephalic presentation).
- You are between 37 and 41 weeks pregnant.
- You are in labor and your cervix is dilated to about 5-7 cm.
- You do not have any conditions that make vaginal delivery unsafe.
- You agree to have an ultrasound during labor and possibly a manual rotation of the baby's head.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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