At what gestational age is external cephalic version offered for breech presentation?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. From 36 weeks
- Step 1: Many breech babies turn spontaneously before 36 weeks.
- Step 2: ECV reduces caesarean sections.
Answer
From 36 weeks.
Why not the others: 'From 20 weeks' is too early; 'During active labour' is not appropriate; 'After 42 weeks only' is not appropriate.
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