Umbilical cord prolapse is a complication related to the umbilical cord, when the umbilical cord comes out into the vagina before the baby does. This situation may be increased when certain risk factors are present, such as:
- Premature rupture of membranes.
- Low birth weight (less than 2500 grams).
- Breech baby or other abnormal presentations.
- Multiple pregnancy.
- Polyhydramnios.
In addition, other maternal factors, such as multiparity and uterine abnormalities or fibroids, may also be associated with an increased risk of umbilical cord prolapse.
Read the full article on: What complications related to the umbilical cord can occur? ( 64).
Silvia Azaña Gutiérrez
B.Sc., M.Sc.
Graduate in Health Biology from the University of Alcalá and specialized in Clinical Genetics from the same university. Master in Assisted Reproduction by the University of Valencia in collaboration with IVI clinics.
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