Fetal electrocardiogram helps in early detection of neonatal acidosis, Spanish researcher find
Thursday, June 16, 2011 - 14:30
in Health & Medicine
Researchers in Spain have demonstrated that fetal electrocardiogram (ECG) is the best method for detecting early acidosis and the risk of loss of fetal well being. The method shows the effects of lack of oxygen in the heart and brain of the fetus. The study finds that this system is better than pulse oximetry, which measures oxygen saturation in fetuses.