Association of Intrapartum Fetal Distress and Immediate Postpartum Foetal Acidemia: A Cross-Sectional Observational Study
Abstract: Introduction: Asphyxia at birth is one of the leading perinatal causes of morbidity and mortality necessitating effective intrapartum monitoring of the fetus for its detection and prevention of neonatal acidemia. Abnormalities in cardiotocography (CTG) indicate fetal distress, which may progress to metabolic acidosis if not treated early. This study investigates the correlation between intrapartum fetal distress and postpartum fetal acidemia at early time, as measured by umbilical cord blood pH. Methodology: This cross - sectional observational study was conducted at RL Jalappa Hospital and Research Centre, Kolar. Pregnant women with cephalic presentation and gestation of more than 37 weeks were enrolled. Intrapartum fetal monitoring was performed by CTG, which was classified as normal, suspicious, or pathological. Neonates with pathological CTG were subjected to umbilical cord blood pH analysis, and pH
Keywords: Birth asphyxia, fetal distress, cardiotocography, neonatal acidemia, NICU admission, umbilical cord blood pH
How to Cite?: Dr. Sushmitha Nalla, Dr. Kavyarani C, Dr. Rathnamma P, "Association of Intrapartum Fetal Distress and Immediate Postpartum Foetal Acidemia: A Cross-Sectional Observational Study", Volume 14 Issue 4, April 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1641-1645, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=MR25419014029, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/MR25419014029