ROBuST: RCOG Operative Birth Simulation Training
Course Manual

A comprehensive, evidence-based guide to all aspects of operative vaginal birth, accompanying the RCOG Operative Birth Simulation Training (ROBuST) course.

George Attilakos (Edited by), Tim Draycott (Edited by), Alison Gale (Edited by), Dimitrios Siassakos (Edited by), Cathy Winter (Edited by)

9781107680302, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 19 December 2013

157 pages
29.7 x 21.1 x 0.8 cm, 0.53 kg

'A comprehensive and very well written manual for trainees accompanying a course with the same name on the topic at the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists … very useful, also for experienced obstetricians. All of the required aspects are covered in a clear and concise text by the 29 contributors, amply illustrated.' Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica

Training in safe operative birth is a key priority in obstetrics. Around one in five women are dissatisfied with their labour and birth, especially operative birth, often because of poor communication or inadequate technical skills. This can lead to sexual dysfunction and aversion to further pregnancy, as well as increases in complaints and litigation. This book accompanies the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists' Operative Birth Simulation Training (ROBuST) course, and will be an essential resource for all obstetricians and maternity care providers. Internationally recognised contributors discuss all aspects of operative birth including: vacuum and forceps-assisted birth; Caesarean section at full dilatation; safe and effective practice of Kielland's forceps; essential non-technical skills; teamwork; and medico-legal aspects. A simple-to-use flowchart is included to guide the reader through the essential steps for a successful operative vaginal birth. Each chapter identifies the key learning points and provides step-by-step instructions for performing each technique.

Abbreviations
Preface
1. Operative vaginal birth in the twenty-first century: a global perspective Glen Mola
2. Indications and assessment for operative vaginal birth Deirdre Murphy and Meenakshi Ramphul
3. Nontechnical skills Bryony Strachan and Rachna Bahl
4. Vacuum-assisted birth Aldo Vacca
5. Nonrotational forceps and manual rotation Kim Hinshaw and Shilpa Mahadasu
6. Rotational forceps Karl S. J. Oláh
7. Caesarean section at full dilatation Patrick O'Brien and Sadia Bhatti
8. Medico-legal matters Fraser McLeod and Tim Draycott
9. Analgesia and anaesthesia for operative vaginal birth Rowena Pykett, George Bugg and David Levy
Index.

Subject Areas: Birthing methods [MQDB], Gynaecology & obstetrics [MJT]