Podalic version is an obstetric procedure wherein the fetus is turned within the womb such that one or both feet present through the cervix during childbirth. It is used most often in cases where the fetus lies transversely or in another abnormal position in the womb.

What do you mean by Podalic?

: of, relating to, or by means of the feet specifically : being an obstetric version in which the fetus is turned so that the feet emerge first in delivery.

What is internal Podalic version mean?

maneuver to deliver the fetus by inserting a hand into the uterine cavity, grasping one or both feet, and drawing them through the cervix; rarely indicated today except for the delivery of a second twin. Synonym(s): podalic version.