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Is a straight umbilical cord dangerous?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Straight cord: It may be dangerous because of poor blood supply to the placenta abd fetus.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 1/12/2015

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