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  • Title: Assisted vaginal delivery using the vacuum extractor.
    Author: Putta LV, Spencer JP.
    Journal: Am Fam Physician; 2000 Sep 15; 62(6):1316-20. PubMed ID: 11011860.
    Abstract:
    Vacuum extractors have replaced forceps for many situations in which assistance is required to achieve vaginal delivery. Compared with metal-cup vacuum extractors, soft-cup devices are easier to use and cause fewer neonatal scalp injuries; however, they detach more frequently. Vacuum extractors can cause neonatal injury. These devices should be employed when indicated, usually for a nonreassuring fetal heart tracing or failure to progress in the second stage of labor. Complications may be minimized if the physician recognizes contraindications to the use of vacuum extraction. Complete documentation is essential.
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