Risks of a Short Umbilical Cord
Disease description:
Yesterday, I went to the hospital for a B-ultrasound examination. The doctor told me that the umbilical cord was a bit short. I would like to ask, what are the risks associated with an excessively short umbilical cord?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Lu
Dangers of a short umbilical cord:
1. Growth restriction: Due to a short umbilical cord, the fetus may not adequately obtain nutrients and oxygen, leading to growth restriction and affecting the normal development of the fetus.
2. Fetal distress and hypoxia: A short umbilical cord may increase the risk of fetal hypoxia within the uterus. In severe cases, it can even cause intrauterine distress, threatening the life safety of the fetus.
3. Increased risk of labor complications: A short umbilical cord may interfere with the labor process, increasing the risk of difficult labor, and may also lead to complications such as placental abruption and uterine inversion, posing threats to both mother and fetus.
4. Risk of preterm birth: A short umbilical cord may also increase the risk of preterm birth, as the fetus within the uterus may experience compression and be unable to sustain a normal pregnancy.
Pregnant women should undergo regular prenatal checkups during pregnancy to promptly detect and manage abnormal conditions such as a short umbilical cord.
