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Gynaecology and Obstetrics Question on Obstetrics

A woman presents to you at 36 weeks of gestation with complaints of feeling lightheadedness and dizziness when she lies on her back. She says she feels alright if she lies on her side or when walks. What is the most likely reason behind this?
IVC- inferior vena cava

A

Increased intracranial pressure

B

IVC compression

C

Heavy meals

D

Excessive venous pooling at the feet

Answer

IVC compression

Explanation

Solution

The correct option is (B): IVC compression