Unanticipated fetal risks in the perineal stage of labor

Nuchal Encirclement by the Umbilical Cord

“…There is divergence of opinion on the effect on the fetus of nuchal coils of cord. Conversely Harrar and Buchman (1951) described I4 perinatal deaths attributable to cord entanglement. Conversely Harrar and Buchman (1951) described I4 perinatal deaths attributable to cord entanglement.…”

“…Shui and Eastman (1957) reported no associated increase in perinatal mortality and others have agreed. Conversely Harrar and Buchman (1951) described I4 perinatal deaths attributable to cord entanglement. Fisher (1 964), Dippel (1964) and Spellacy et al (1966) all reported that there was an increased incidence of fetal distress and neonatal depression, while Howitz et al (1964) and Sinnathuray (1966) could find no increase in fetal distress and perinatal morbidity.…”