Show Notes
In this episode, I sit down with New Westminster BC based Urogynecologist, Dr. Merry Gong to discuss: Operative vaginal birth (vacuum, forceps, episiotomy)What do these instruments look like and indications for their useIndications for operative vaginal birth vs. Cesarean birthRisks associated with vacuum and forcepsCanada has the highest rates of obstetrical traumaC-section rates risingWays to decrease rates of operative vaginal birth Ways to support those with pelvic floor injuri...
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