Sinusoidal heart rate pattern and face presentation in a fetus from a postterm pregnancy. A case report.
A case of sinusoidal fetal heart rate pattern occurred in association with postdate pregnancy and face presentation. The case met the criteria for sinusoidal pattern established by Modanlou and Freeman except for a prior period of reactivity. Prompt recognition and action precluded the potential adverse outcome associated with this tracing.
D000328:Adult; D002585:Cesarean Section; D005260:Female; D006340:Heart Rate, Fetal; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007746:Labor Presentation; D008297:Male; D011247:Pregnancy; D011273:Pregnancy, Prolonged