Stimulators, Acoustic, Fetal
Definition : Sound stimulators used to assess fetal well-being. These stimulators consist of a sound source (e.g., an artificial electronic larynx) that is placed on the maternal abdomen over the fetal vertex to apply a vibroacoustic pulse stimulus typically a few seconds long. Sound stimulators are used to evaluate the condition of a fetus (e.g., heart-rate changes, acid-base status) in antepartum tests and/or during intrapartum monitoring.
Entry Terms : "Stimulators, Fetal Acoustic" , "Fetal Acoustic Stimulators" , "Stimulators, Fetal"
UMDC code : 17743
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