Intrapartum Cardiotocography and the Expert Witness |
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| Authors: | Mark P. Umstad MRCOG FRACOG Michael Permezel MD MRCP MRCOG FRACOG Roger J. Pepperell MD MGO FRACP FRCOG FRACOG |
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| Affiliation: | Department of Perinatal Medicine, The Royal Women's Hospital;Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, The University of Melbourne |
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Summary: Fetal heart rate changes occur in the majority of labours and correlate poorly with perinatal outcome and subsequent neurological development. Obstetricians giving expert evidence related to the interpretation of intrapartum cardiotocographs are advised to exercise caution when expressing their opinions. |
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