Human fetal blood was obtained by cordocentesis from 38 second & third trimester high-risk fetuses. For 31 of these gestations, simultaneously-obtained maternal blood was also available. 14 of the 38 ...

A healthy fetal heart rate ranges between 110 and 160 beats per minute. A heart rate that is faster or slower than this may indicate that there is an issue that needs further attention. An arrhythmia, ...

Preeclampsia is a leading cause of intrauterine growth restriction and preterm birth. Endothelial dysfunction is the common final pathway leading to clinical signs of preeclampsia including ...