External cephalic version in nonvertex second twin-Success rate, mode of delivery, and safety: A systematic review.

Introduction: One of the key challenges regarding the management of twins involves choosing the optimal mode of delivery, which is strongly influenced by the final presentation of both fetuses. In cases of vertex-nonvertex pregnancies attempting the trial of vaginal delivery, external cephalic version (ECV) is one of possible management options. The main objective of this review was to collect and summarize available data in terms of the application of ECV in the population of nonvertex second twins.

[Acute urinary retention due to cervical myoma--a case report and a review of the literature].

Case Report: A 48-year-old woman with acute urinary retention due to a big cervical leiomyoma pressing on the urethra was admitted to the Gynecologic Unit. A Foley catheterization was performed and 1500 mL of urine was drained. The gynecologic examination revealed a cervical tumor 10 cm in diameter.