Pelvis anomalies

Arrest of labor with the necessity of performing secondary cesarean section is a major cause of maternal morbidity and mortality. The fetus is likewise affected hy prolonged labor. Pelvimetry is performed to identify those women in whom an attempt at vaginal delivery is likely to fail due to a narrow pelvis or pelvic anomaly. Hence, the clinical significance of pelvimetry depends on how the following questions are answered ... 

The lumbar spine consists of five vertebrae, the largest in size is the spinal column. Most congenital anomalies occur to the fifth lumbar vertebra. Both the thoracic spine and the sacrum and pelvis have significant effects on the posture and function of the lumbar spine. When performing an evaluation of the lumbar spine, it is necessary to include these areas in the examination. 

Anomalies of the Pelvis and Ureter in Single and Bifid Collecting Systems 91... 

Abuhamad AZ, Horton CE, Horton SH et al (1996) Renal duplication anomalies in the fetus clues for prenatal diagnosis. Ultrasound Obstet Gynecol 7 174-177 Almen A, Mattson S (1995) The radiation dose to children from X-ray examinations of the pelvis and the urinary tract. Br J Radiol 68 604-613... 

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