noun
- difficult or abnormal labor and delivery during childbirth
Usage: medical
Examples
- The obstetrician diagnosed dystocia when labor failed to progress normally.
- Shoulder dystocia occurs when the baby’s shoulder becomes stuck during delivery.
- The medical team prepared for a cesarean section due to suspected dystocia.
- Fetal dystocia can result from the baby being too large for the birth canal.
- The veterinarian explained that dystocia is also common in certain dog breeds.
- Early recognition of dystocia is crucial for maternal and fetal safety.