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Umbilical cord prolapse
A prolapsed umbilical cord is common in breech deliveries. This happens when part of the umbilical cord slips down through the cervix before the baby does. The cord is then compressed during contractions, which cuts down on blood flow to the baby. An emergency cesarean section is usually needed.
Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this
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What can be done for umbilical cord prolapse?
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