For Vacuum Extraction we have terms and definitions in 4 topics. The topics are Baby, Health, Medical and Pregnancy.

Vacuum Extraction (Baby)

Used instead of forceps to help deliver a baby, vacuum extraction involves attaching a suction cup to the baby's head and then gently pulling to help ease the baby down the birth canal.

Vacuum Extraction (Health)

Procedure used to ease delivery by applying a metal or plastic cup to the baby's scalp and using suction to pull the baby gradually out of the vagina.

Vacuum Extraction (Medical)

A technique used to facilitate childbirth using a suction device to help move the baby through the birth canal

Vacuum Extraction (Pregnancy)

Vacuum extraction involves attaching a suction cup instrument against the baby’s head, creating suction with a pump and gently pulling to help ease the baby down the birth canal. The vacuum extractor is sometimes used instead of forceps. The force of the suction may cause a bruise on the newborn’s head.

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