The relation between head circumference and mid pelvic circumference: A simple index for cephalo-pelvic disproportion evaluation

Conclusions: The MP-CPCI, representing the relative dimensions of the fetal HC and maternal PC, is a simple tool that can potentially distinguish between parturients at lower and higher risk of CPD. Prospective randomized studies are required to evaluate the feasibility of prenatal pelvimetry and MP-CPCI to predict the risk of CPD during labor.
Source: Fetal Diagnosis and Therapy - Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Source Type: research