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cephalic version
cephalic version n (Gynaecology & Obstetrics) another name for version5 EncyclopediaSeeversioncephalic version
version [ver´zhun] the act of turning; especially the manual turning of the fetus in delivery.bipolar version turning done by acting upon both poles of the fetus by either external or combined version.cephalic version turning of the fetus so that the head is the presenting part.combined version external and internal versions together.external version that done using outside manipulation.internal version that done using the hand or fingers inserted through the dilated cervix.pelvic version version by manipulation of the breech (buttocks) of the fetus.podalic version conversion of a more unfavorable presentation into a presentation" >footling presentation.spontaneous version one that occurs without aid from any extraneous force.ce·phal·ic ver·sionversion in which the fetus is turned so that the head presents.
See also: external cephalic version, internal cephalic version. cephalic version Obstetrics The manipulative or spontaneous flipping of the fetus in the uterus so that the head presents to the opening of the birth canal. See External cephalic version. ce·phal·ic ver·sion (sĕ-fal'ik vĕr'zhŭn) Placement in which the fetus is turned so that the head presents; can be external cephalic version or internal cephalic version
See also: external cephalic version, internal cephalic version |