Atypical variable decelerations and intrauterine growth restriction.
Variable decelerations of the fetal heart rate are the most common changes noted during continuous fetal monitoring. In general, they are presumed to represent a normal response to fetal baroceptor stimulation. When atypical features are present, other considerations are warranted.
D000328:Adult; D004562:Electrocardiography; D005260:Female; D005317:Fetal Growth Retardation / Q000503:physiopathology*; D006340:Heart Rate, Fetal; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008297:Male