Cord around the neck occurs when the umbilical cord becomes wrapped around the fetal neck. It is called nuchal cords. There is a decrease in the blood flow to the fetus during this condition. The baby's heart rate falls during contractions. There is no way to treat the nuchal cord wrapped around the neck of the fetus. Healthcare professionals try to slip it off from the baby's neck for the child to breathe during delivery.
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What if the umbilical cord is wrapped around my baby's neck?
Query: Hello doctor, I had an ultrasound scan of the uterus done in 32nd week of my pregnancy, and the report says the cord is around the neck (type A). Please help. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Cord around the baby's neck is common in pregnancy. There are two types of this condition, type A and type B. Type A is very common and this usually disentangles on its own. Type B is a little serious issue and requires attention. Type B may form a true knot ar... Read Full »
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