A medical device used during pregnancy and labor to monitor the heart rate and other vital signs of the fetus, as well as uterine contractions, ensuring the well-being of both mother and baby.
The number of heartbeats per minute of the fetus, monitored using a fetal monitor. Normal range is typically between 110 and 160 beats per minute.
The tightening and relaxing of the muscles of the uterus, monitored to assess labor progress and ensure proper oxygenation of the fetus.
The average heart rate of the fetus during a 10-minute window when it is not experiencing any contractions or other significant events.
Temporary decreases in the fetal heart rate, categorized as early, late, or variable, indicating potential issues with fetal oxygenation.
Temporary increases in the fetal heart rate, typically indicating fetal well-being and responsiveness.
A small electrode attached to the scalp of the fetus to directly monitor the fetal heart rate during labor, providing more accurate readings than external monitoring methods.
A device inserted into the uterus to measure the strength and frequency of uterine contractions during labor, providing additional information alongside external tocodynamometry.
A device placed on the mother’s abdomen to measure uterine contractions by detecting changes in pressure, often used in conjunction with fetal monitoring.
A prenatal test performed using a fetal monitor to assess the fetal heart rate response to fetal movement, providing valuable information about fetal well-being.