Paedintermediate
Indications for cesarean birth are broadly classified as either relative or absolute. A persistent transverse lie at term that fails external cephalic version is categorized as an _____ indication.
Answer
absolute
Explanation
The absolute-indications slide specifically lists uncorrected transverse lie after ECV. **Key takeaway:** The source classifies this example as absolute. **Glossary:** **External cephalic version (ECV)**: an attempt to turn a fetus from outside the abdomen.
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