Mudagarbha and it's Ayurveda management: A review

Abstract

Childbirth is a blessing to a women given from God. The passage of time caused unprecedented 0obstacle in the progress of Ayurveda, the oldest and most accurate science of life. The obstacle was relatively more marked in the field of Prasutitantra and Streeroga due to various social, ethical, moral and legal reasons. Concept of Mudhagarbha described in various Ayurvedic Samhitas is very unique and scientific. Mudhagarbha actually includes all the conditions of obstructed labour described in modern science along with its effective management. Obstructed labour is also a cause of maternal and infant death. In the present article an attempt is made to throw light on the very unique concept of Mudhagarbha described in Ayurveda.