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| Demand for Fetal and Neonatal Monitoring |
Fetal and neonatal monitoring is one of the most important parts of delivery and aids in monitoring heart rate and the number of breaths. It involves the use of chest leads, small, painless stickers on the baby's chest, and pulse oximetry, which measures the baby's blood oxygen levels. It is a painless and non-invasive procedure that allows the obstetric team to monitor the fetal heart rate and oxygenation levels.
An increasing number of preterm births is expected to boost demand for fetal and neonatal monitoring. According to Institute for Quality Assurance and Transparency in Health Care, Germany recorded 761,176 births and 776,188 children were born in Germany in 2017, with 66,730 children born preterm. The benefits of fetal and neonatal monitoring are numerous. First, it lets the doctor monitor the fetus's heart rate. A fetal heart monitor is an excellent way to monitor the fetus's health. This method also provides a more accurate reading of the baby's heart rate. In addition to assessing the fetus's overall health, a fetal monitor is a great way to ensure that the mother is healthy.
Fetal and neonatal monitoring involves placing a clear gel on the abdomen. A healthcare provider will display the heart rate on a computer screen and will record the fetal heart rate on special graph paper. This information is vital for making accurate decisions about the course of delivery. The procedure may be performed in the hospital or in the patient's home. This type of monitoring may be done in a hospital setting during labor. Depending on the situation, a woman may have to remove her clothes and wear a hospital gown. In some cases, fetal heart rate monitoring may take place outside of a hospital setting. In some cases, a healthcare provider will put a clear gel on the abdomen, which may be applied to the skin.
In some cases, the results of the test are enough to diagnose an underlying condition. If a baby is suffering from fetal hypoxia, for example, monitoring the heart rate may allow medical professionals to intervene and prevent a problem such as a breech presentation. It may also help to determine the best way to deliver a healthy baby. If your doctor decides that EFM is the best option, it is important to discuss the benefits and risks associated with the procedure with a physician or nurse-midwife.
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