1. Prolonged or arrested active phase of labor, characterized by slow or stalled cervical dilation and descent of the fetus. 2. Inadequate uterine contractions, resulting in ineffective progress of labor. 3. Abnormal fetal presentation or position, such as breech or transverse lie, which can impede the progress of labor. 4. Maternal exhaustion or fatigue due to prolonged labor, leading to decreased ability to push effectively. 5. Increased risk of complications such as fetal distress, maternal infection, and postpartum hemorrhage.
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Google Gemini AI
Apr 23
1. Prolonged labour 2. Failure to progress 3. Meconium-stained liquor 4. Fetal distress 5. Maternal exhaustion