Description of third stage of labor Third stage of labour is defined as the period between birth of the baby to complete expulsion of placenta and membranes. It is the shortest but most dangerous stage of labour since there is for postpartum haemorrhage, uterine inversion and rupture. Physiology of third stage of Labour This involves …
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What is the menstrual cycle? Menstruation is a monthly physiological bleeding from the endometrium that lasts from about 4 days from the time of menarche to menopause. The occurrence of monthly menstrual flow is known as menstrual cycle. Physiology of menstruation The uterine changes which relate to menstruation occur in the corpora endometrium, as a …
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What is an abnormal pelvis? Abnormal pelvis is a pelvis with disruption in its structure or function. It is the main cause of prolonged or obstructed labour that necessitates cesarean delivery. There are different types of abnormal pelvis which are classified under two main groups. Congenital abnormalities of the pelvis Justo Minor: This is like …
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The essential functions of umbilical cord cannot be over emphasized. Therefore, any abnormal umbilical cord predisposes to rupture, mechanical failure, entanglement, disruption of labour, uterine malfunction, and premature labor. What are abnormalities of umbilical cord? Cord abnormalities are silent and invisible but can be diagnosed prenatally with meticulous ultrasound scan. Sometimes, may not be diagnosed …
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