Which of the following statements about cephalopelvic disproportion (CPD) is true?
a. If the possibility of CPD is strongly suspected then labour is contraindicated.
b. A caesarean section is always indicated for a woman who had CPD with a previous pregnancy.
c. CPD is a relative determinant based on fetal and maternal pelvic size.
d. Evidence suggests that the CPD is best managed by an elective caesarean section at 36 weeks gestation.
ANS: C
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