Breech Presentation

Overview

A malpresentation of the FETUS at near term or during OBSTETRIC LABOR with the fetal cephalic pole in the fundus of the UTERUS. There are three types of breech: the complete breech with flexed hips and knees; the incomplete breech with one or both hips partially or fully extended; the frank breech with flexed hips and extended knees.

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Quick facts about Breech Presentation

Topic type

Condition

Category

Urology / Fertility

MeSH classification

C12.050.703.420.183|G08.686.520.150|G08.686.784.769.326.520.150

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