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Umbilical cord prolapse is a rare but serious obstetric emergency that occurs when the umbilical cord precedes the fetus during delivery. It can cut off blood and oxygen supply to the fetus, endangering its life. There are two types - overt prolapse where the cord is visible outside the vagina, and occult where it is alongside the fetus. Risk factors include fetal malpresentation, prematurity, and multiparity. Immediate management involves stopping contractions, delivering the baby via c-section or vaginall
- Author
- Jules Cantal
- Language
- EN