ST analysis of fetal ECG curve during parturition

Česká verzia

Authors: Lukáš Hruban ; Petr Janků
Authors place of work: Gynekologicko-porodnická klinika LF MU a FN Brno
Published in the journal: Prakt Gyn 2005; 9(4): 11-14

Summary

Besides cardiotocography and pulse oximetry, the ST waveform analysis of fetal ECG curve is another method, used in intrapartal fetal monitoring. The aim is the timely capture of incipient fetal hypoxia. The principle of the method is based on direct scanning of fetal ECG by scalp electrode. ST analysis is routinely used in monitoring of risk births and the births in the series of pregnancy pathologies. Its significance at monitoring premature births is being checked. This method offers new options and the specification of the diagnostics of intrapartal fetal stress.

Key words:
ST analysis – fetal ECG – fetal hypoxia

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