The 2008 National Institute of Child Health and Human Development workshop report on electronic fetal monitoring: Update on definitions, interpretation, and research guidelines

George A. MacOnes, Gary D.V. Hankins, Catherine Y. Spong, John Hauth, Thomas Moore

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Abstract

In April 2008, the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and the Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine partnered to sponsor a 2-day workshop to revisit nomenclature, interpretation, and research recommendations for intrapartum electronic fetal heart rate monitoring. Participants included obstetric experts and representatives from relevant stakeholder groups and organizations. This article provides a summary of the discussions at the workshop. This includes a discussion of terminology and nomenclature for the description of fetal heart tracings and uterine contractions for use in clinical practice and research. A three-tier system for fetal heart rate tracing interpretation is also described. Lastly, prioritized topics for future research are provided.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)661-666
Number of pages6
JournalObstetrics and gynecology
Volume112
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - Sep 2008
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology

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