ROBuST: RCOG Operative Birth Simulation Training: Course Manual

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

ISBN 10: 1107680301 / ISBN 13: 9781107680302

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2013

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: ROBuST: RCOG Operative Birth Simulation Training: Course Manual
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1107680301
• ISBN 13: 9781107680302
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Very Good
• Weight: 520 grams

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Synopsis

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 & 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.

About the Authors

George Attilakos is a Consultant in Fetal Medicine and Obstetrics at University College London Hospitals.

Tim Draycott is a Senior Lecturer in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the University of Bristol and a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at the North Bristol NHS Trust. He is a member of the PROMPT Maternity Foundation and faculty for the successful PROMPT course, which provides the model for the operative vaginal delivery course.

Alison Gale is a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. She is Obstetric Simulation Lead at the RCOG.

Dimitrios Siassakos is an NIHR Academic Clinical Lecturer in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, an Honorary Clinical Lecturer in Medical Education and Coordinator of the Introduction to Clinical Skills module at the University of Bristol.

Cathy Winter is a Practical Obstetric Multi-Professional Training (PROMPT) Maternity Foundation Research Midwife.