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In other cases, the retention and decomposition of the fetus 

 may depend upon induration or constriction of the cervix, upon 

 mal-presentation of the fetus or some form of monstrosity pre- 

 venting normal deUvery. Artificial delivery ait the proper time 

 has been neglected or has failed. 



The treatment of retention of the fetus, accompanied by 

 maceration or putrid decomposition, depends upon the removal 

 of the fetus and disinfection of the diseased uterine cavity. The 

 method for bringing about the removal of the uterine contents 

 will depend upon the cause and will be considered under the 

 various heads which may induce this condition, such as Torsion 

 of the Uterus, Constriction of the Cervix Uteri, Fetal Dystokia 

 and other chapters related to the causes which we have suggested. 



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