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What Does Single Round Of Umblical Cord Means In A Pregnancy Report?
sir my doctor says that the baby had a single round of umblical cord,is this a matter of concern, at present my wife has completed 30 weeks,foetal movements are ok. Dr says that u have to consult tertry care centre.what about placenta is that a matter of concern
Wed, 25 Mar 2015
Hi, I have gone through your question. Single loop of umbilical cord around the fetus means that the umbilical cord has entwined itself around the foetus during the fetal movements in the amniotic fluid. It's presence at 30 weeks of pregnancy is not worrisome as there is still enough space for the fetus to move and the cord can then spontaneously detangle.
The placenta is usually normal in such cases, but the ultrasound report has to be relied upon.
If the cord loop persists till the time of delivery, then it may cause non progress of labour, and in such case caesarean section has to be done.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Wishing you good health.
Regards,
Dr Deepti Verma
The placenta is usually normal in such cases, but the ultrasound report has to be relied upon.
If the cord loop persists till the time of delivery, then it may cause non progress of labour, and in such case caesarean section has to be done.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Wishing you good health.
Regards,
Dr Deepti Verma
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