Overcoming shoulder dystocia with the Zavanelli maneuver: a case report
This report demonstrates the successful use of the Zavanelli maneuver after all other methods failed. Timely and skilled application of this maneuver can prevent devastating complications and underscores the need for preparedness and training in managing severe shoulder dystocia.
Authors
- Michael Saeed
- Maedeh Khosravi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2085-0534)
- Nona Sabeti
- Amirali Reihani
Institutions
- Mashhad University of Medical Sciences (IR)
- Kerman University of Medical Sciences (IR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- International Journal of Surgery Case Reports
- Published
- 2026-01-15
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/rc9.0000000000000022
- Primary Topic
- Gestational Diabetes Research and Management
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00