midforceps
Definitions
An obstetrical method for delivery of a baby using a forceps when the head is already engaged and the station is above +2 cm (or, formerly, when the head is already engaged but the criteria for low forceps are not met).
Examples
“Those who are using block⟳ anaesthesia are familiar with the fact that the mother has lost the expulsive urge⟳, midforceps are not unusual and outlet forceps are almost routine with a block⟳.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
See also
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