Obstructed labor may be caused by a problem in passage through the birth canal. Which of the following conditions associated with obstructed labor is caused by the fetus?

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Transverse lie
Transverse lie refers to a sideways position of the baby in the birth canal, and can cause obstructed labor. In transverse lie, the long axis of the fetus lies perpendicular to the maternal spine. Multiparity, prematurity, and/or polyhydramnios may be causes of transverse lie. Ovarian tumor and broad ligament fibroid are maternal factors that can cause obstructed labor.

Obstructed Labor May Be Caused by a Problem in Passage