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amniotomy /am·ni·ot·o·my/ (am″ne-ot´ah-me) surgical rupture of the fetal membranes to induce labor.
amniotomy [am′nē·ot′əmē] an artificial rupture of the fetal membranes, usually performed to stimulate or accelerate the onset of labor. The procedure is painless. amniotomy [am″ne-ot´ah-me] surgical rupture of the fetal membranes.
Patient Care. Amniotomy results in drainage of the amniotic fluid and thus hastens labor by allowing the head to fit more snugly into the dilating cervix. There is little or no discomfort accompanying the procedure; the patient will require only an explanation of what is to be done, and proper draping and cleansing of the perineum. After amniotomy the expelled fluid is carefully observed for color. A yellow or green color indicates fetal distress. The fetal heart rate is monitored for signs of fetal distress because amniotomy increases the risk of a prolapsed cord. amniotomy surgical rupture of the fetal membranes.
amniotomy Breaking the bag of waters, membrane rupture Obstetrics The deliberate rupture of the amniotic sac to induce or hasten labor How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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