ROBuST: RCOG Assisted Birth Simulation Training
Course Manual

A comprehensive, evidence-based guide to assisted vaginal birth, accompanying the RCOG Assisted Birth Simulation Training (ROBuST) course.

George Attilakos (Edited by), Sharon Jordan (Edited by), Michele Mohajer (Edited by), Glen Mola (Edited by), Stephen O'Brien (Edited by), Dimitrios Siassakos (Edited by)

9781009011266, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 20 June 2024

163 pages
29.6 x 21 x 0.9 cm, 0.494 kg

'The clear, logical writing of this book leaves no reader behind. The ability to distill a complex topic into a simple, easy-to-digest manner has always been a strength of this textbook. … Each area contains important clinical nuggets, and each chapter is heavily referenced for those who wish a deeper dive into a topic. … This is an essential and practical text for all those caring for pregnant women during the intrapartum period.' Shivani Patel, Doody's Reviews

Assisted vaginal birth (AVB) remains a key aspect of respectful, effective care for women in labour. In trained hands, it is associated with better maternal and neonatal outcomes than the alternative of a caesarean section in late labour. Written to accompany the RCOG Assisted Birth Simulation Training (ROBuST) course, this book provides guidance on the only RCOG-approved, evidence-based techniques for when and how to perform AVB and complex caesarean sections. There are clear descriptions of techniques, plus photographs, diagrams and videos to improve learning. Internationally recognised contributors discuss all aspects of assisted birth, including vacuum and forceps-assisted birth; caesarean section at full dilatation; safe and effective practice of Kielland's forceps; and essential non-technical skills. This second edition includes chapters on providing care within the medico-legal context of modern obstetric practice and on exploring the worldwide trends in AVB. This remains a much-valued, and much-consulted, part of any accoucheur's library.

List of Contributors
Preface
List of Abbreviations
1. Trends in assisted vaginal birth and future practice Stephen O'Brien, George Attilakos, Kim Hinshaw and Dimitrios Siassakos
2. Indications and assessment for assisted vaginal birth Deirdre Murphy and Meenakshi Ramphul
3. Non-technical skills Rachna Bahl and Bryony Strachan
4. Vacuum-assisted birth Glen Mola, Stephen O'Brien and Aldo Vacca
5. Non-rotational forceps delivery Kim Hinshaw and Shilpa Mahadasu
6. Rotational forceps Karl Oláh
7. Caesarean section at full cervical dilatation Patrick O'Brien and Sadia Bhatti
8. Medico-legal aspects of assisted vaginal birth (AVB) Milena Petrovic, Dimitrios Siassakos and Derek Tuffnell
9. Analgesia and anaesthesia for assisted vaginal birth Rowena Pykett, George Bugg and David Levy
Index.

Subject Areas: Gynaecology & obstetrics [MJT]