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¹Erasmus Medisch Centrum, afd. Verloskunde en vrouwenziekten, Rotterdam, the Netherlands. l.speksnijder@erasmusmc.nl

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Intrauterine fetal death occurred due to umbilical cord strangulation by an amniotic band. This rare complication led to fetal cardiocirculatory insufficiency, resulting in the loss of fetal movement.

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Area of Science:

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Fetal Medicine
Perinatal Pathology

Background:

Amniotic bands are rare congenital anomalies that can cause fetal malformations or death.
Umbilical cord strangulation is a serious complication that can compromise fetal well-being.

Observation:

A 31-year-old woman presented at 37 weeks gestation reporting absent fetal movements.
Clinical examination suggested intrauterine fetal demise.

Findings:

Post-mortem examination revealed intrauterine fetal death attributed to umbilical cord strangulation by an amniotic band.
The strangulation caused fetal cardiocirculatory insufficiency, leading to the demise.

Implications:

This case highlights the critical importance of recognizing amniotic band syndrome as a potential cause of fetal death.
Early diagnosis and management of amniotic band complications are crucial for improving perinatal outcomes.
Further research into the mechanisms and prevention of amniotic band-related fetal demise is warranted.