Cardiotocography
(Procedures and Tests)
This topic will help you learn about Cardiotocography and how to prepare for it.
What is Cardiotocography?
Cardiotocography is a procedure that measures the fetal heart rate while simultaneously monitoring the mother’s uterine contraction levels before, during, and after labor using ultrasound waves.
- When is Cardiotocography performed?
- Cardiotocography is performed before and during labor and delivery. It is also used in the following cases:
- Preterm labor.
- Low blood pressure in the mother.
- Presence of an infection.
Multiple pregnancy (twins).
- Abnormal fetal position in the womb.
- How to prepare for Cardiotocography?
