Cordocentesis Definition

Cordocentesis Sentence Examples

• An experienced obstetrician/perinatologist performs the amniocentesis or the cordocentesis.

• In a similar manner, US is used with cordocentesis, but in this procedure a needle is guided into the umbilical cord to withdraw fetal blood for testing.

• Electronic fetal monitoring occurs after an amniocentesis or cordocentesis to assure fetal well-being.

• There are similar risks and potential complications from cordocentesis as well which should be explained.

• Fetal assessment includes percutaneous umbilical cord blood sampling (PUBS) (cordocentesis), amniocentesis, amniotic fluid analysis, and ultrasound.