Purpose
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This document outlines the guideline details for the prevention, diagnosis and management of cord prolapse at the Women’s
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Definitions
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Cord Prolapse: the umbilical cord lies in front of or beside the presenting part in the presence of ruptured membranes.
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Cord presentation: the presence of the umbilical cord between the presenting part of the fetus and the cervix.
In both conditions a loop of the cord is below the presenting part. The difference is in the condition of the membranes; if intact it is cord presentation and if ruptured it is cord prolapse.
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Guideline
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To download the complete guideline select the following link
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Revised and updated: 15 December 2011
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Royal Women's Hospital Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs) are intended to provide guidance to health care professionals, based on a thorough evaluation of research evidence, on the practical assessment and management of specific clinical issues or situations. The guidelines allow some flexibility on the part of the health care professional based on the needs of the specific patient for whom they are caring.
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