Prolonged labor
Prolonged Labor
Prolonged labor (also known as Dystocia or Failure to progress) is a labor that lasts for approximately 20 hours or more if you are a first-time mother, and 14 hours or more if you have previously given birth.
Pronunciation
Prolonged labor: /prəˈlɔːŋd ˈleɪbər/
Etymology
The term "prolonged labor" is derived from the Latin word "prolongare" which means to lengthen out in time, and the Old French "labour" which means task or chore.
Definition
Prolonged labor is a condition where labor lasts longer than expected. This can occur due to various reasons such as slow cervical dilation, a large baby, or a malpositioned baby. It can lead to complications for both the mother and the baby, including maternal exhaustion, infections, and the need for a cesarean section.
Related Terms
- Dystocia: Difficult or abnormal labor due to various causes.
- Failure to progress: A term used to describe a labor that is not progressing as expected.
- Cesarean section: A surgical procedure used to deliver a baby through incisions in the abdomen and uterus.
- Malpositioned baby: A condition where the baby is not in the ideal position for birth.
- Maternal exhaustion: A state of extreme fatigue in the mother due to prolonged labor.
- Infections: The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites that are not normally present within the body.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Prolonged labor
- Wikipedia's article - Prolonged labor
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