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Indications for application
| Indications | Ventouse (n = 60) | Forceps (n = 60) | P value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prolonged second stage | 12 | 8 | 0.06 (NS) |
| Poor maternal effort | 5 | 2 | 0.006 (S) |
| Fetal distress | 5 | 21 | 0.001 (S) |
| Heart disease | 1 | 1 | – |
| Severe anaemia | 7 | 2 | 0.001 (S) |
| Pre-eclampsia | 19 | 18 | 0.77 (NS) |
| Previous C. S. | 11 | 3 | 0.001 (S) |
| Eclampsia | – | 1 | – |
| Face | – | 1 | – |
| Failure of descent | – | 2 | – |
| Preterm (twin) | – | 1 | – |
