Breech Presentation in Pregnancy and Delivery
OBG-CLN-GUD-55-Vers.5.0 | Royal Hospital
Type
Regulatory
Agency
Oman Ministry of Health
Issued on
12 Mar 2025 (corresponding to 12 Ramadan 1446 H)
Jurisdiction
Oman
Taxonomy
General Health Law, Medical Procedure & Treatment
1 - Introduction
Breech presentation occurs in 3–4% of term deliveries and is more common preterm. It is associated with uterine and congenital abnormalities, has a significant recurrence risk and is more common in nulliparous women.
Lack of experience has led to a loss of skills essential for these deliveries. Conversely, caesarean section can have serious long-term consequences