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Technical note: simple vibroacoustic foetal stimulator
D Stojanović1, A Frković, H Filiplić-Stojanović
1Department of Epidemiology, Institute of Public Health, Clinical Hospital Centre, Rijeka Univesity Medical School, Croatia. drazen.stojanovic@ri.tel.hr
Primary Objective:
To build and test a simple vibroacoustic foetal stimulator.
Research Design:
A vibroacoustic foetal stimulator was constructed and subjected to bench testing. Clinical trial was carried out in comparison to an electro laynx.
Main Outcome And Results:
Screening specificity of 98% and 100% sensitivity was achieved, with no decrease in specificity due to user's maladjustments. The device was characterized by simple use, maintenance and disinfection.
Conclusions:
The device is a good screening instrument for foetal health in prenatal care, despite its simplicity and low price.
