Amniotomy in A Sentence

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    Generally the insertion of a fetal scalp electrode is a safe procedure, but it may occasionally cause umbilical cord prolapse or infection due to early amniotomy.

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    In an amniotomy your care provider will artificially rupture your membranes.

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    Sometimes, women are in labor before the water breaks and a procedure called amniotomy may be performed.

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    This is an invasive procedure that requires the rupture of membranes (amniotomy) and is associated with occasional complications.

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    Try to minimize the need for interventions like an amniotomy (artificially rupturing the bag of waters), continuous fetal monitoring, and internal monitoring.

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    Your baby's heart rate can be affected by the contractions, his/her movements, and interventions such as narcotics, an epidural, or an amniotomy (rupturing your membranes).