| amniotic fluid |
the fluid that surrounds the foetus in the womb, protecting it and the umbilical cord from trauma or compression. Amniotic fluid is also essential for the development of the gastro-intestinal, pulmonary and skeletal systems. It is made up of a variety of substances, including foetal urine and skin and pulmonary secretions. Amniotic fluid is replaced at a rate of once every three hours.
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| amniotic fluid |
The liquid within the uterus in which the fetus lives until birth.
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| amniotic fluid |
The water-like fluid, also known as
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| amniotic fluid |
(Membranes, bag of waters) clear watery substance which serves many functions for the baby: (1) regulates temperature; (2) it acts as a seal to protect the baby from infection.
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| amniotic fluid e. |
embolism due to amniotic fluid in the maternal circulation.
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