Abstract
Large series suggest that, when used with appropriate care and skill, rotational deliveries with Kjelland's forceps are a safe and useful procedure. We surveyed obstetric trainees in Australia to assess their experience with, and intentions to use, Kjelland's forceps. The response rate was 65%, and it was uncommon for even senior trainees to have performed more than ten Kjelland's forceps rotations during their training. Ninety-four per cent of final-year trainees stated they did not intend to use Kjelland's forceps in their consultant practice.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 515-516 |
| Number of pages | 2 |
| Journal | Australian and New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology |
| Volume | 49 |
| Issue number | 5 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - Oct 2009 |
| Externally published | Yes |