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Routine use of ergometrine in the third stage of labour
About this film
This film demonstrates the use of intramuscular injections of ergometrine to expedite delivery once the head of the child has appeared, as advocated by Professor Nixon. Following the injection, contraction of the uterus begins, the placenta is expelled and the third stage of labour is completed with minimal delay and blood loss. 2 segments.
Directors & creators
Wellcome Library
Subjects
Labor, Obstetric -- drug effects, Delivery, Obstetric, Ergot Alkaloids, Ergonovine -- therapeutic use, Parturition, Pregnancy, Birth, Maternal and Child Health, Nursing and midwifery.
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