Pitfalls in foetal monitoring- 40 yrs

Title : Pitfalls in foetal monitoring- 40 yrs

Abstract:

Monitoring fetal wellbeing during pregnancy and parturition has always been challenging. Various modalities have been discussed since time immemorial. Electronic fetal monitoring (EFM)has been introduced since 1970 and has been an integral part of obstetric practice. Newer techniques like fetal blood pH, PO2 etc have been introduced with limited success. Introduction of Electronic fetal monitoring has substantially reduced the fetal morbidity and mortality. However, though the drop is significant its been limited. As of any procedure there are pitfalls in fetal monitoring. In our forty years of experience at large government hospital and private practice we have encountered many pitfalls. Presenting here some of the interesting pitfalls in Electronic fetal monitoring and how to identify and avoid these in the practice.

Biography:

Dr. Pravin Mhatre, Professor Emeritus at G.S. Medical College, KEM Hospital, and N. Wadia Hospital in Mumbai, is internationally recognized for pioneering contributions to reproductive medicine. He led the world's first successful ovarian transplant, an achievement that was declared by BBC World and BBC London on December 24, 2002, as "The significant medical achievement of the year 2002." In 2005, he also established the first ovarian bank. His groundbreaking research includes work on vaginoplasty using progenitor cells and investigations into the genetics of MRKH syndrome. For his exceptional service in family planning, he was awarded the President’s Medal as part of an honorary team. Dr. Mhatre has also been honored with the Civic Gold Medal and Citation by the BrihanMumbai Mahanagarpalika for his contributions to medicine, and was named "Maharashtra-Ratna" in May 2005.