| amniotic fluid |
The fluid which, contained in the sac of membranes known as the amnion, surrounds the fetus and provides a shock absorber and a secondary vehicle for the exchange of body chemicals with the mother.
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| amniotic sac |
Membranes which contain the fetus and the amniotic fluid. The amniotic sac and the amniotic fluid are often refereed to as the "bag of waters."
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| amniotomy |
The intentional rupturing of the amniotic sac to induce labor.
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| amnesia |
Loss of memory.
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| amnioinfusion |
a medical procedure in which a physiologic solution (such as normal saline) is infused into the uterine cavity to replace the amniotic fluid.
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