Stillbirth Flashcards
1
Q
What is stillbirth?
A
Death of a fetus after 24 weeks gestation
2
Q
What can cause stillbirth?
A
Unexplained Pre-eclampsia Placental abruption Cord prolapse / vasa praevia Genetic abnormalities Infections
3
Q
What are risk factors for stillbirth?
A
FGR
Smoking
Alcohol
Increasing maternal age
4
Q
How is stillbirth managed?
A
USS to confirm
Induction + delivery
Fetal post mortem