Neonatal atrial flutter following fetal exposure to vibroacoustic stimulation.
The use of vibroacoustic stimulation (VAS) has become a common modality for testing fetal well being. A case of neonatal atrial flutter, following fetal exposure to VAS is presented. It should be emphasized that although VAS is a common and reliable test for evaluating fetal status, complications may occur.
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Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Rabin Medical Center, Petah Tikva, Israel.
Orvieto
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Sirota
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Ben-Rafael
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D000161:Acoustic Stimulation / Q000009:adverse effects*; D000328:Adult; D001034:Apgar Score; D001282:Atrial Flutter / Q000209:etiology* / Q000503:physiopathology; D002585:Cesarean Section; D004562:Electrocardiography; D005260:Female; D005318:Fetal Heart / Q000503:physiopathology*; D006340:Heart Rate, Fetal / Q000502:physiology*; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008297:Male; D011247:Pregnancy; D013610:Tachycardia / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology; D014732:Vibration / Q000009:adverse effects*