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Lateral tilt for caesarean section (Cochrane Review) ABSTRACT Background: When pregnant women near term lie in the supine position the uterus can compress the inferior vena cava, interfering with venous return to the heart. This can result in hypotension, reduced placental perfusion and decreased fetal oxygenation. |
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