Midwivessuedforshoulderdystocia

Dr. X failed to document fetal weight and maternal pelvic size on the mother’s admission in labor. The pregnant patient in this case was a known gestational diabetic.

In the midst of a profusion of shoulder dystocia papers and publications, there is a notable absence of discussions regarding what is arguably the most effective, and least damaging, maneuver to relieve shoulder dystocia.