title: The nipple stimulation contraction stress test.
abstract: The nipple stimulation contraction stress test is finding increasing favor as an alternative or adjunct to the nonstress test as an assessment of fetal well-being. The nipple stimulation contraction stress test has been found to be an effective, convenient alternative to the costly, time-consuming oxytocin challenge test. Current literature and protocols are reviewed to compare effectiveness, predictive value for perinatal outcomes, and current recommendations concerning the safe and effective use of the nipple stimulation contraction stress test for antepartum testing. A protocol provides clear guidelines for antepartum testing with the nipple stimulation contraction stress test.
mesh_terms: D001940:Breast; D005260:Female; D005316:Fetal Distress / Q000175:diagnosis; D005323:Fetal Monitoring / Q000379:methods* / Q000451:nursing; D006340:Heart Rate, Fetal; D006801:Humans; D009558:Nipples; D010812:Physical Stimulation; D011247:Pregnancy; D014590:Uterine Contraction