Association of normal-range fetal heart rate variations during labor with umbilical cord arterial blood gas parameters and neonatal outcomes: A cross-sectional study
Cross-sectional study evaluates fetal heart rate variability during labor, indicating its role in predicting neonatal outcomes and umbilical cord blood parameters.
Key Points
Reduced fetal heart rate variability may indicate fetal compromise and is associated with lower neonatal Apgar scores.
The study included 120 women, with those having acidosis showing significantly lower fetal heart rate variability during labor.
Monitoring traces of fetal heart rate variability can enhance assessments of fetal well-being and inform delivery decisions.
Multiple regression analysis identified a strong link between reduced variability, neonatal acidosis, and decreased Apgar scores.