Fetal-maternal Monitoring
Fetal monitoring measures the baby's heart rate and the mother's contractions during labor. A fetal monitor may be external or internal. For external monitoring, instruments are held in place on the mother's abdomen by two belts. Internal fetal monitoring uses an instrument that goes into the mother's uterus and an instrument that is connected directly to the baby. The instruments produce graphs that can be viewed on a screen. This information helps your health care provider know how the baby is doing during labor. It also shows how strong and frequent your contractions are.
Although internal and external monitors record the same information, internal monitoring is more accurate.
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| Service Name | Appointment |
|---|---|
| Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility - Center for Reproductive Medicine | 734-763-4323 |
