Leopold maneuvers

Leopold maneuvers
four maneuvers in palpating the abdomen for ascertaining the position and presentation of the fetus.

Leopold maneuvers. (A), First maneuver. One or both hands are placed over fundus and the fetal part identified. (B), Second maneuver. The palmar surface of one hand is used to locate the back of the fetus and the other hand to feel the irregularities, such as hands and feet. (C), Third maneuver. Thumb and third finger are used to grasp presenting part over the pubic symphysis. (D), Fourth maneuver. Both hands are used to outline the fetal head.


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