February 2017 PMID 28099742

Does breech delivery in an upright position instead of on the back improve outcomes and avoid cesareans?

Frank Louwen, Betty-Anne Daviss, Kenneth C Johnson, Anke Reitter

Mentions

108
Peak: 3 in May 2020
across 3 sources since Aug 2017

Extended reach

1,269,966
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Total likes

2,930

Video views

1,215,455

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Aug 2017 – Jul 2024

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The collection of discussions demonstrates enthusiastic support for the publication, emphasizing key findings like fewer maneuvers and lower cesarean rates with upright vaginal breech delivery, reflected in words such as 'reductions' and 'better outcomes.' The tone combines factual referencing with clinical relevance, illustrating a high level of interest and engagement that could impact future obstetric practices.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the idea that upright breech delivery improves outcomes, citing reductions in maneuvers, injuries, and cesarean rates.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high curiosity and focus on the topic, especially around the benefits and safety of the upright position.

EngagementHigh engagement

Participants reference specific studies, numbers, and clinical implications, indicating deep engagement with the data.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight potential shifts in clinical practice, suggesting the research could influence delivery methods and obstetric guidelines.

Abstract in brief

  • Upright vaginal breech delivery is associated with fewer delivery maneuvers, shorter second stage of labor, and reduced cesarean rates compared to dorsal position.
  • Neonatal birth injuries and serious perineal lacerations are less common in upright positions, and the overall risks of serious morbidity are low and similar to cesarean deliveries.
  • The study suggests that upright breech delivery can be a safe option that potentially improves outcomes and reduces the need for cesareans in selected cases.]

Top posts

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IJGO
@IJGOLive · X

Upright vaginal breech delivery was associated with reductions in duration of the second stage of labour, manoeuvres required, maternal/neonatal injuries, and cesarean rate when compared with vaginal delivery in the dorsal position: https://t.co/ttttrIOPeX https://t.co/H9AqzBTzcj

Jan 31, 2021 · 9 likes · 4 shares · 9,421 followers View post →
IJGO
@IJGOLive · X

Upright vaginal breech delivery was associated with reductions in duration of the second stage of labor, maneuvers required, maternal/neonatal injuries, and cesarean rate when compared with vaginal delivery in the dorsal position: https://t.co/IGq8CGstik #MostCited https://t.co/8jY0vsuA1n

Oct 26, 2019 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 9,421 followers View post →
IJGO
@IJGOLive · X

Upright vaginal breech delivery was associated with reductions in duration of the second stage of labor, maneuvers required, maternal/neonatal injuries, and cesarean rate when compared with vaginal delivery in the dorsal position: https://t.co/CS0ciFMlqy #MostCited https://t.co/GCcjdgbusj

May 9, 2020 · 4 likes · 3 shares · 9,421 followers View post →
shilzzOnly
@shilzzOnly · X

@sofeachipscake Ada nah. Breech normal delivery tapi on all 4 https://t.co/qgFWUxUcrd

May 2, 2024 · 1 like · 2,809 followers View post →
Dr Shawn Walker
@SisterShawnRM · X

@DocTMP And this: https://t.co/uPDwz30OLq

Aug 19, 2020 · 8,388 followers View post →
Jim Thornton
@jimgthornton · X

@spillane_emma @SagefemmeSB @fedupobstetric1 @SisterShawnRM Louwen is here. https://t.co/KDihjfKjVT Result of planned VB look good but confess it's not easy to understand the tables.

Jan 6, 2019 · 6,123 followers View post →

All mentions

shilzzOnly
@shilzzOnly · X

@sofeachipscake Ada nah. Breech normal delivery tapi on all 4 https://t.co/qgFWUxUcrd

May 2, 2024 · 1 like · 2,809 followers View post →
Jamie
@followingmybody · X

https://t.co/FP9aQQPSXC

Jun 22, 2022 · 1,264 followers View post →
ACTA ObGyn Scand
@AOGS_tweets · X

RT @IJGOLive: Upright vaginal breech delivery was associated with reductions in duration of the second stage of labour, manoeuvres required…

Jan 31, 2021 · 4 shares · 1,799 followers View post →
Moses Tiri
@mosestiri · X

RT @IJGOLive: Upright vaginal breech delivery was associated with reductions in duration of the second stage of labour, manoeuvres required…

Jan 31, 2021 · 4 shares · 213 followers View post →
IJGO
@IJGOLive · X

Upright vaginal breech delivery was associated with reductions in duration of the second stage of labour, manoeuvres required, maternal/neonatal injuries, and cesarean rate when compared with vaginal delivery in the dorsal position: https://t.co/ttttrIOPeX https://t.co/H9AqzBTzcj

Jan 31, 2021 · 9 likes · 4 shares · 9,421 followers View post →
Dr Shawn Walker
@SisterShawnRM · X

@DocTMP And this: https://t.co/uPDwz30OLq

Aug 19, 2020 · 8,388 followers View post →
Emma Unwaha
@dremva · X

RT @IJGOLive: Upright vaginal breech delivery was associated with reductions in duration of the second stage of labor, maneuvers required,…

May 9, 2020 · 3 shares · 459 followers View post →
Lorraine Carroll
@LorraineDunphy · X

RT @IJGOLive: Upright vaginal breech delivery was associated with reductions in duration of the second stage of labor, maneuvers required,…

May 9, 2020 · 3 shares · 810 followers View post →
IJGO
@IJGOLive · X

Upright vaginal breech delivery was associated with reductions in duration of the second stage of labor, maneuvers required, maternal/neonatal injuries, and cesarean rate when compared with vaginal delivery in the dorsal position: https://t.co/CS0ciFMlqy #MostCited https://t.co/GCcjdgbusj

May 9, 2020 · 4 likes · 3 shares · 9,421 followers View post →
oli silverwood-cope (she/her)
@olvindaRM · X

Frankfurt study: Upright vs dorsal position for #breech birth: 17.5% of women in upright position ➡️ manoeuvres to release baby’s body (compared with 92.5% of those lying down) - Louwen, Daviss Johnson, Reitter 2017 https://t.co/PcNF0F9CYE

Feb 26, 2020 · 2,003 followers View post →
Joy Horner - WiseWoman's Hearth Collective
@joyhorner1 · X

Breech birth in an upright position can lead to better outcomes for mother and baby. https://t.co/RanUz62Kgy

Nov 19, 2019 · 2,335 followers View post →
IJGO
@IJGOLive · X

Upright vaginal breech delivery was associated with reductions in duration of the second stage of labor, maneuvers required, maternal/neonatal injuries, and cesarean rate when compared with vaginal delivery in the dorsal position: https://t.co/IGq8CGstik #MostCited https://t.co/8jY0vsuA1n

Oct 26, 2019 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 9,421 followers View post →
Jim Thornton
@jimgthornton · X

@spillane_emma @SagefemmeSB @fedupobstetric1 @SisterShawnRM Louwen is here. https://t.co/KDihjfKjVT Result of planned VB look good but confess it's not easy to understand the tables.

Jan 6, 2019 · 6,123 followers View post →