Electronic Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring: The 5-Tier System: The 5-Tier System

Electronic Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring: The 5-Tier System, Third Edition – An In-Depth Guide on Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring

“Electronic Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring: The 5-Tier System, Third Edition” is an extensive review of the practice of fetal heart rate monitoring, essential for obstetricians, midwives, and healthcare professionals involved in prenatal care. This edition offers a comprehensive look into the complexities of fetal heart rate monitoring. Key features include:

1. Anatomical and Physiological Foundations: Begins with a thorough description of fetal circulation, placental function as a respiratory organ, and acid-base balance, laying a strong foundation for understanding fetal heart rate monitoring.

2. Normal Fetal Cardiovascular and Cerebral Metabolism: Presents detailed information on normal fetal cardiovascular and cerebral metabolism, crucial for interpreting heart rate patterns.

3. Pathophysiology of Fetal Asphyxia: Examines the pathophysiologic mechanisms involved in progressive fetal asphyxia, backed by seminal animal and human studies.

4. Technology and Nomenclature: Includes a summary of current fetal heart rate monitoring technology and standard nomenclature for fetal heart rate characteristics used in clinical practice.

5. Variant Fetal Heart Rate Patterns: Discusses various fetal heart rate patterns and the underlying physiologic mechanisms, providing insight into their clinical significance.

6. Research on Fetal Acidemia: Summarizes research linking specific fetal heart rate patterns with the risk of fetal acidemia, focusing on deceleration depth, duration, and pattern evolution.

7. Parer/Ikeda 5-Tier System: Evaluates and recommends the Parer/Ikeda 5-tier system, which categorizes fetal heart rate patterns based on their progressive risk of fetal acidemia.

8. Clinical Management: Offers detailed clinical management guidelines using the 5-tier system, including its testing in various studies.

9. Updated Content: Reflects the latest research and developments in the field, ensuring readers have the most current information.

10. Practical Application: Focuses on translating theory into practical clinical application, enhancing patient care and outcomes.

“Electronic Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring: The 5-Tier System, Third Edition” is more than a textbook; it’s an essential guide for healthcare professionals seeking an in-depth understanding of fetal heart rate monitoring and its implications for prenatal care. This book is a vital resource for improving the standard of care in fetal monitoring and management.

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