Practicals · Obstetrics and Gynaecology · Obstetric Procedures
Vacuum (ventouse) delivery
- Type
- Procedure
- Curriculum level
- 10 must be done (NMC, combined with forceps); 5(1st)->5(2nd)->5(3rd) (DNB)
- Also called
- vacuum extraction
Videos and resources
- VideoVacuum Assisted Delivery featuring MityOne®2:00
- VideoVacuum Delivery in Hindi | Indications, Contraindications, Prerequisite, Steps And Complications26:43
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Operative note template
How to write the operative note in the case sheet: blank template, worked example and printable PDF (free).
Where the curriculum asks for it
“Application of forceps and ventouse (10)” ( NMC curriculum, page 5)
“Ventouse delivery” ( NBEMS DNB curriculum, page 15)