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1. 서론-연구의 목적 및 필요성
Cephalopelvic disproportion (CPD), or cephalopelvic disproportion, refers to a condition during childbirth where the fetal head is too large to pass through the maternal pelvis, which can lead to complications during labor. Understanding CPD is essential, as it is a significant factor affecting labor progression and delivery outcomes. The condition can arise from various anatomical factors, including pelvic shape, fetal size, and overall maternal body structure. In clinical practice, properly diagnosing CPD is vital for preventing prolonged labor, operative interventions, and adverse maternal and fetal outcomes. Historically, the term cephalopelvic disproportion has encompassed a wide range of conditions, from apparent physical constraints posed by pelvic abnormalities to subtle mismatches between fetal size and birth canal dimensions. The pelvis is a complex bony structure that can be categorized into four typesgynecoid, android, anthropoid, and platyp…