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1: Semin Perinatol. 2002 Feb;26(1):79-82.Links

Umbilical cord accidents: human studies.

Collins JH.

Pregnancy Institute, Slidell, LA 70461, USA. haydel1@bellsouth.net

Research is needed to determine the cause of unexplained stillbirth. Sudden antenatal death syndrome is an important national issue that requires more scrutiny. Umbilical cord accidents as a causative factor of stillbirth need intensive investigation. Evidence supports a role of the umbilical cord in a portion of stillbirth cases, and theory suggests additional causes. This article summarizes the known information relating umbilical cord accidents and stillbirth and highlights the research needs.

PMID: 11876571 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]