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Breech presentation occurs in 3–4% of term deliveries and is more common in preterm deliveries and nulliparous women. Breech presentation is associated with uterine and congenital abnormalities, and has a significant recurrence risk.
The NICE guideline on caesarean section (CG132) recommends that women who have an uncomplicated singleton breech pregnancy at 36 weeks of gestation should be offered external cephalic version, and that pregnant women with a singleton
31 mar 2021 · Before carrying out a caesarean birth for an uncomplicated singleton breech pregnancy, carry out an ultrasound scan to check that the baby is in the breech position. Do this as late as possible before the caesarean birth procedure.
Breech presentation of the fetus in late pregnancy may result in prolonged or obstructed labour with resulting risks to both woman and fetus. Interventions to correct breech presentation (to cephalic) before labour and birth are important for the woman’s and the baby’s health.
The NICE guideline on caesarean section (CG132) recommends that women who have an uncomplicated singleton breech pregnancy at 36 weeks of gestation should be offered external cephalic version, and that pregnant women with a singleton breech presentation at term, for whom external cephalic version is contraindicated or has been unsuccessful ...
16 mar 2017 · Breech presentation occurs in 3–4% of term deliveries and is more common preterm. It is associated with uterine and congenital abnormalities, has a significant recurrence risk and is more common in nulliparous women. 2 Term babies presenting by the breech have worse outcomes than cephalic ones, irrespective of the mode of delivery. 3
What guidelines should be in place for the management of breech birth? Women should be informed that adherence to a protocol for management reduces the chances of early neonatal morbidity.
