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internal fetal monitoring

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internal fetal monitoring
Obstetrics The use of 2 electronic catheters inserted through the vagina and cervix; one is attached to the baby's scalp and measures fetal heart rate; the 2nd is placed between the fetus and the wall of the uterus and measures the rate and intensity of uterine contractions. Cf External fetal monitoring.


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Uterine rupture/dehiscence was independently associated with fetal weight [greater than or equal to]4,000 g, nonreassuring fetal status, use of oxytocin, and previous cesarean delivery; internal fetal monitoring reduced the risk of URD.
 
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