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Published on: February 15, 2013
Insights into fetal death-a patient resource
Roger Smith1, Lee Dedman2, Zakia Sultana1
1Mothers and Babies Research Centre, Hunter Medical Research Institute, University of Newcastle, New Lambton Heights, New South Wales, Australia.
Evidence supports a role for placental aging in the etiology of the majority of fetal deaths. This knowledge may reduce maternal feelings of guilt following fetal death that frequently exacerbates the distress caused by grief. The accompanying video may be a useful resource for women who have experienced a fetal death.
Evidence supports a role for placental aging in the etiology of the majority of fetal deaths. This knowledge may reduce maternal feelings of guilt following fetal death that frequently exacerbates the distress caused by grief. The accompanying video may be a useful resource for women who have experienced a fetal death.
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