A vacuum aspirator is a medical device used in assisted delivery when a woman cannot deliver on her own. Soft and hard cups are available, but there are risks to the baby, including bruises, cuts, and blisters. Vacuum extraction is only used when the baby has started to descend, and it is intended to facilitate the last part of the delivery.
A vacuum aspirator is a medical device used in assisted delivery of a baby when it becomes apparent that a woman will not be able to deliver on her own. Several techniques can be used in assisted delivery to help a woman deliver before turning to a C-section to deliver the baby. When developing a birth plan, women may want to talk to their care providers about situations where vacuum extraction might be used so they can be fully prepared.
There are soft and hard vacuum cleaners available. As the name suggests, a soft cup extractor uses a soft, flexible cup that is placed over the baby’s head, while a hard cup extractor uses a stiff cup. In both cases, a slight vacuum is created to help the cup adhere and the baby is gently pulled out, with support provided to stabilize the baby. During vacuum extraction, repositioning the baby is difficult, making it important to confirm that the baby is in a safe position for delivery before the procedure begins.
Vacuum extraction was introduced in the 1970s and handled much safer than using tongs. However, there are some risks to vacuum extraction. It must be done by someone who is competent and has received the proper training, and it must be done with patience. It is imperative that the child is stabilized to avoid twisting the spine or neck and that the cup is applied carefully to avoid damaging the skull.
When using a vacuum aspirator during childbirth, it is not uncommon for the baby’s scalp to have bruises, cuts or blisters. Sometimes eye bleeding occurs. The risk of maternal bleeding and infection decreases when a vacuum aspirator is used in assisted delivery, but the risks to the baby may be increased. Pregnant mothers should familiarize themselves with the risks so they can make an informed choice during delivery. It is also important to know that vacuum extraction is only used when the baby has started to descend and the head is quite low. It is intended to facilitate the last part of the delivery.
People also associate the term “vacuum extraction” with abortion. Some abortions are in fact performed with a suction device, but the device used is not the same as the aspirator used in assisted delivery. Aspiration or vacuum extract abortion is a common choice for surgical abortions performed in early pregnancy.
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