فتال مانیتورینگ

Electronic fetal monitoring provides graphic and numeric information on FHR and maternal uterine activity (UA) to help clinical personnel assess fetal well-being. During labor, the FHR often exhibits decelerations and accelerations in response to uterine contractions or fetal movements; certain patterns are indicative of hypoxia. Examination of these patterns, the baseline level, and variability characteristics can indicate the need to alter the course of labor with drugs

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