Several articles investigated the impact of prolonged second stage of labor on maternal and
neonatal outcomes; however, strict consensus is still lacking. The purpose of the present …

Several interventions during the second stage of labor have been identified and
investigated. Prophylactic intrapartum betamimetics should be avoided, as their usage is …

Dystocia (abnormally slow or protracted labor) accounts for 25% to 55% of primary cesarean
deliveries. The latent phase of labor begins with onset of regular, painful contractions and …

Abstract Treatment practices vary widely across hospitals, often with little connection to
patients' medical needs. We assess impacts of these differences in delivery practices at …

Background A limited number of studies have addressed the role of intrapartum ultrasound
in the prediction of the mode of delivery in women with prolonged second stage of labor …

Uterine contractile dysfunction leads to pregnancy complications such as preterm birth and
labor dystocia. In humans, it is hypothesized that progesterone receptor isoform PGR-B …

Objective This study aimed to investigate the diagnostic performance of transperineal
ultrasound–measured angles of progression at the onset of the second stage of labor for the …

Operative vaginal delivery remains a valid option when problems arise in the second stage
of labor. The most common indications are fetal compromise and failure to deliver …

Objective The physical and psychological benefits of exercise during pregnancy are well
established. However, the impact of exercise on pain during labour and the use of epidural …

The past 20 years witnessed an invigoration of research on labor progression and a change
of thinking regarding normal labor. New evidence is emerging, and more advanced …