Chapter 18 Third- and Fourth-Degree Laceration Repair Common indications Third- and fourth-degree perineal lacerations occur when the head of the infant applies excessive tension to the perineal body and the…
Chapter 28 Breast Cyst Aspiration Common indications Cystic breast nodules can be initially worked up and treated with aspiration. Persistent or recurrent nodules require further evaluation to rule out malignancy…
Chapter 17 Forceps Delivery Common indications A forceps delivery is commonly indicated to assist in the completion of the second stage of labor for patients with inadequate propulsive force to…
Chapter 16 Vacuum-Assisted Delivery Common indications Vacuum-assisted delivery is commonly indicated to assist in the completion of the second stage of labor for patients with an inadequate propulsive force to…
Chapter 2 Shave Biopsy Common indication A shave biopsy is used to remove the protruding portion of a raised skin lesion when a full-thickness sample is not required. Advantages of…
Chapter 13 Scalp Lead Placement Common indication Intrapartum fetal monitoring with continuous fetal heart rate monitoring can be occasionally difficult to obtain through the maternal abdomen. In these situations, a…
Chapter 14 Intrauterine Pressure Catheter Placement Common indication When it is not possible to fully assess the pressure of uterine contractions with external monitors, an intrauterine pressure catheter (IUPC) can…
Chapter 11 Vaginal Delivery Common indications A vaginal delivery begins with the second stage of labor, which begins when the cervix is fully dilated. Confirm that the cervix is fully…
Chapter 10 Ingrown Nail Removal Common indications A wedge excision of the margins of the great toe nail is performed to treat recurrent infection of the ingrown nail. Ablation of…
Chapter 9 Electrosurgery Common indications Electrosurgery is a powerful method in performing medically necessary and cosmetic skin procedures in the office setting. The most common cases involve the removal of…
