These videos demonstrate the basic concepts relating to a forceps or ventouse delivery. Please watch these videos as part of your preparation for the practical course; they will reinforce practical teaching on the day.
Note
For current recommendations relating to operative vaginal delivery you should refer to the following Green-top guideline:
The video contains an audio commentary. If you can not listen to this commentary on speakers or headphones, then
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for a transcript.
The video contains an audio commentary. If you can not listen to this commentary on speakers or headphones, then
click here
for a transcript.
Further resources
Videos of real-life instrumental deliveries can be found in the EaSI resource on RCOG eLearning, which can be accessed by clicking on the following links:
Please note you will need to be signed in to the RCOG eLearning website to view these resources (registration is free).