Normal & Abnormal Labour · NEET PG Preparation Obstetrics & Gynaecology
A multiparous woman at term is admitted in active labor. Cervical dilation progresses normally to 6 cm, after which there is no change in cervical di…
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A multiparous woman at term is admitted in active labor. Cervical dilation progresses normally to 6 cm, after which there is no change in cervical dilation or station for 4 hours despite adequate uterine contractions (greater than 200 Montevideo units). What is the most appropriate diagnosis?
- A.Prolonged latent phase
- B.Secondary arrest of dilationCorrect answer
- C.Arrest of descent
- D.Protracted active phase dilation
Solution
Secondary arrest of dilation is defined as the cessation of progressive cervical dilation for 4 hours or more in the active phase of labor in the presence of adequate uterine contractions.
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