Performing Pelvimetry

In this video, pelvimetry or measurement of the pelvis is described. Optimal diameters are necessary for the progress of normal labour during childbirth otherwise, the labour may get arrested and a cesarean section may be needed. 0:00 introduction 0:45 overview of anatomy 1:33 importance of pelvimetry 2:03 technique of pelvimetry 2:45 diagonal conjugate diameter 3:32 midpelvis 4:28 retropubic angle 4:57 subpubic arch 5:21 types of female pelvis, gynecoid pelvis 6:25 android pelvis 7:15 anthropoid pelvis 8:05 platypoid pelvis