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Atypical Variable Decelerations and Intrauterine Growth Restriction

Journal of Perinatology volume 22, pages 588–591 (2002)Cite this article

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Variable decelerations of the fetal heart rate are the most common changes noted during continuous fetal monitoring. In general, they are presumed to represent a normal response to fetal baroceptor stimulation. When atypical features are present, other considerations are warranted.

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The authors appreciate the editorial assistance of Arlene Gimovsky in the preparation of this manuscript.

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  1. Department of OBGYN, Division of Maternal–Fetal Medicine, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, Newark, NJ, USA

    Martin L Gimovsky MD, Mrinal Koul MD & Kenneth A Kappy MD

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Gimovsky, M., Koul, M. & Kappy, K. Atypical Variable Decelerations and Intrauterine Growth Restriction. J Perinatol 22, 588–591 (2002). https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.jp.7210770

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