Modern Utility of Pelvimetry: a Relevant Tool or an Outdated Concept?

The use of clinical pelvimetry to assess the adequacy of the pelvis for vaginal birth is a controversial subject in modern-day obstetric and gynecological practice. Although it is not considered standard clinical practice in the United States, there is still an emphasis on teaching the concept as part of medical education and within clinical anatomy and obstetrics textbooks. We compiled research studies from the last decade to explore if pelvimetry is clinically useful and question its perceived importance in medical education.