Detailed explanation of the causes and correction methods of incorrect fetal position

Overview

Fetal malposition refers to the incorrect posture or position of the fetus in the womb, which is divided into breech, transverse, oblique, etc. The occurrence of fetal malposition often leads to delayed delivery, dystocia, and health problems for both mother and baby. The following will elaborate on the causes and correction methods of fetal malposition from four aspects.

Causes of abnormal fetal position

1. Abnormal uterine muscle development: Poor uterine muscle development, or the mother has experienced multiple caesarean sections in her reproductive history. These factors will lead to insufficient uterine muscle strength and the inability to successfully deliver the fetus to the correct position.
2. The fetus is too large: The fetus is too large and the force of uterine contractions cannot move the fetus to the birth canal, resulting in abnormal fetal position.
3. Fetal activity: If the fetus rolls frequently in the uterus or is too active, it will also lead to abnormal fetal position;
4. Multiple pregnancy: In the case of twins and multiple pregnancies, due to the small intrauterine space, it is often difficult for some of the fetuses to get the correct position.

How to correct fetal malposition

1. Good prenatal guidance: Regular prenatal check-ups and fetal position monitoring during pregnancy are critical to preventing fetal malposition. During regular prenatal check-ups during pregnancy, doctors can monitor the fetal position through B-ultrasound and manual examination to promptly detect fetal malposition and correct it to avoid unnecessary risks and reduce the difficulty of delivery.
2. Natural method: artificial rupture of membranes, side lying, etc. are used to help the fetus naturally turn into the head-first position, optimize the delivery position, and increase the rate of natural delivery.
3. Surgical correction: If the expected date of delivery has arrived, but the fetal position has not yet been corrected, the mother must correct the abnormal fetal position through surgical correction to prevent the fetus from asphyxiating and falling off, which will cause serious consequences.

Measures to prevent fetal malposition

1. Regular prenatal check-ups during pregnancy: Going to the hospital for check-ups is the best way to protect yourself. 3-5 months before pregnancy, do a pregnancy test every 4-6 weeks, and then every 2-3 weeks;
2. Maintain the correct posture: Pregnant women should exercise appropriately, maintain the correct posture, and keep the baby in the head-first position;
3. Avoid overexertion: Due to physiological changes during pregnancy, mothers need to pay special attention to rest and avoid overexertion to reduce the frequency and intensity of uterine contractions and help maintain a normal fetal position.

Summary

Fetal malposition is an important issue that pregnant women are concerned about. Early prevention, timely detection and correct treatment are all very important. Pregnant mothers should pay more attention to fertility knowledge, enhance their awareness of self-care, discover problems in time and solve them in time. At the same time, you must pay attention to emotional stability during pregnancy, maintain a relaxed attitude, cope with various possible risks, and protect the health of yourself and your baby.