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uterine inertia
failure expulsive efforts during delivery
Classification:
1) primary uterine inertia
2) secondary uterine inertia
Etiology:
- idiopathic
- dystocia
- exhaustion from prolonged, unproductive labor
Pathology:
- futile efforts to pass a malpresented fetus
- cessation of expulsive efforts
Management:
- C-section is an option
General
pregnancy disorder; obstetric disorder; pregnancy complication
References
- Kinne M
Uterine Inertia
http://kinne.net/u-inert.htm