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Fetal bradycardia

An abnormally slow fetal heart rate that can indicate reduced oxygen delivery and require urgent assessment during labor.

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Uterine rupture symptoms explained

Uterine rupture symptoms explained

What uterine rupture means Uterine rupture is a full-thickness or clinically significant tear through the uterine muscle. It most commonly develops during late pregnancy or labor, when contractions place substantial stress on the uterine wall. A prior cesarean incision is the most recognized risk context, particularly when labor is attempted after cesarean, but rupture is […]