In medicine (obstetrics), the term fetal distress refers to the presence of signs in a pregnant woman—before or during childbirth—that suggest that the fetus may not be well. Because of its lack of precision, the term is eschewed in modern American obstetrics. ==Signs and symptoms== Generally it is preferable to describe specific signs in lieu...
Sometimes the strength of labour contractions can reduce the baby's oxygen supply, causing the baby to become distressed. This is usually indicated by a persistently abnormal heartbeat or an irregular rhythm.
Signs of fetal distress - including slowed heartbeat or absence of fetal movement - are watched for throughout labour. If a fetus's life is believed to be in danger, usually because of lack of oxygen, the immediate delivery of the baby is called for.
When a fetus is not receiving enough oxygen. Signs of fetal distress include a slowed heartbeat or absence of fetal movement
Type: Term Synonyms: nonreassuring fetal status
Fetal distress: Compromise of the fetus during the antepartum period (before labor) or intrapartum period (birth process). The term 'fetal distress' is commonly used to describe fetal hypoxia (low oxygen levels in the fetus). The concern with fetal hypoxia is it may result in fetal damage or death if not reversed or if the fetus is not promptly del...
An evident change in fetal activity or heartbeat, which could mean that the fetus is in danger. Signs of fetal distress include a rapid change in the baby's movement or heartbeat and meconium-stained amniotic fluid. Although the condition can occur at any point of pregnancy, it is most common during labor.
a term used to describe a number of critical conditions threatening the live delivery of a fetus
[n] - an abnormal condition of a fetus
foetal distress noun an abnormal condition of a fetus; usually discovered during pregnancy and characterized by an abnormal heart rhythm
When the baby does not move for a time or has a slower-than-normal heartbeat; may indicate he is not receiving enough oxygen
Problems with the baby that occur before birth or during labor. These endanger the baby and require immediate delivery.
Problems with the baby that occur before birth or during labor. These endanger the baby and require immediate delivery.