Intrauterine fetal tachypnea.
In a previous case report, intrauterine fetal tachypnea was associated with sudden fetal death. The authors have observed a similar case of fetal tachypnea. Early intervention occurred and a normal fetus was delivered. Pathophysiologic mechanisms for the phenomenon are discussed.
D048909:Diabetes Complications; D005260:Female; D005315:Fetal Diseases / Q000150:complications*; D005318:Fetal Heart; D006339:Heart Rate; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007751:Labor, Induced; D010927:Placental Insufficiency / Q000209:etiology; D011247:Pregnancy; D012120:Respiration Disorders / Q000150:complications*