n. Presentation of a part of a fetus other than the back of the head during parturition.

What is malpresentation meaning?

5-minute read. Malpresentation refers to when your baby is in an unusual position as the birth approaches. Sometimes it's possible to move the baby, but often it's safer for you and the baby if you have a caesarean.

What does Malpositioned mean?

Malpositions are abnormal positions of the vertex of the fetal head relative to the maternal pelvis. Malpresentations are all presentations of the fetus other than vertex.