Stations at birth (fetal stations)

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The fetal station describes where the presenting part (head/buttocks/feet) of the fetus is located in the pelvis, as it descends during birth. It is measured in centimeters, showing where the presenting part is in relationship to the ischial spines. This distance is assessed vaginally. 

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