In this study, small babies also underwent a 'Doppler ultrasound' in addition to the standard growth measurement. This ultrasound measures the resistance of the blood vessels in the umbilical cord, ...

Isolated single umbilical artery (iSUA) is a congenital condition identified when one of the two normally paired umbilical arteries is absent, without any associated structural or chromosomal ...

Using ultrasound to measure blood flow in the placenta and the fetus could help spot issues tied to low birth weight, researchers report. As the Dutch investigators explained, about 10% of fetuses are ...

Umbilical cord prolapse is a medical emergency. It happens when the umbilical cord slips through your cervix, the opening to your uterus, and into your vagina. It puts your baby at great risk of ...