Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Teratogenicity01:07

Teratogenicity

2.5K
The ability of a drug to produce structural deformations and functional abnormalities in the developing embryo or the fetus is called teratogenicity, and the drug producing this effect is known as a teratogen. Teratogenic effects include stillbirth, miscarriage, intrauterine growth restriction, and neurocognitive delay. A teratogen may affect the embryo at different stages of development, which is important in determining the type and extent of the damage. During blastocyst formation, the early...
2.5K
Fetal Circulation01:14

Fetal Circulation

1.1K
Fetal circulation is a unique system that facilitates the exchange of gases, nutrients, and waste products between the developing fetus and the mother. This intricate process takes place through a special organ called the placenta.
Two umbilical arteries transport blood from the fetus to the placenta. At the placenta, the blood absorbs oxygen and nutrients while simultaneously eliminating waste products. This oxygen-enriched and nutrient-rich blood then returns to the fetus through one...
1.1K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same authorSame journal

Births: Final Data for 2024.

National vital statistics reports : from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics, National Vital Statistics System·2026
Same author

Epidural or Spinal Anesthesia Use for Singleton Vaginal Deliveries: United States, 2016-2024.

NCHS data brief·2026
Same author

Births: Final Data for 2023.

National vital statistics reports : from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics, National Vital Statistics System·2025
Same author

Trends in maternal mortality rates by state, United States, 2018 to 2023.

American journal of obstetrics and gynecology·2025
Same author

Perinatal Mortality in the United States, 2022 and 2023

NCHS data brief·2025
Same author

Fetal Mortality: United States, 2023

National vital statistics reports : from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics, National Vital Statistics System·2025

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jul 21, 2025

Murine Fetal Echocardiography
08:04

Murine Fetal Echocardiography

Published on: February 15, 2013

17.4K

Fetal Mortality: United States, 2021.

Elizabeth C W Gregory, Claudia P Valenzuela, Donna L Hoyert

    National Vital Statistics Reports : From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Health Statistics, National Vital Statistics System
    |July 27, 2023
    PubMed
    Summary
    This summary is machine-generated.

    In 2021, the U.S. fetal mortality rate remained stable at 5.73 per 1,000 births. Rates varied significantly by maternal race, with Black women experiencing the highest fetal mortality.

    More Related Videos

    Fetal Mouse Cardiovascular Imaging Using a High-frequency Ultrasound 30/45MHZ System
    07:34

    Fetal Mouse Cardiovascular Imaging Using a High-frequency Ultrasound 30/45MHZ System

    Published on: May 5, 2018

    11.7K
    A Piglet Perinatal Asphyxia Model to Study Cardiac Injury and Hemodynamics after Cardiac Arrest, Resuscitation, and the Return of Spontaneous Circulation
    10:55

    A Piglet Perinatal Asphyxia Model to Study Cardiac Injury and Hemodynamics after Cardiac Arrest, Resuscitation, and the Return of Spontaneous Circulation

    Published on: January 13, 2023

    1.8K

    Related Experiment Videos

    Last Updated: Jul 21, 2025

    Murine Fetal Echocardiography
    08:04

    Murine Fetal Echocardiography

    Published on: February 15, 2013

    17.4K
    Fetal Mouse Cardiovascular Imaging Using a High-frequency Ultrasound 30/45MHZ System
    07:34

    Fetal Mouse Cardiovascular Imaging Using a High-frequency Ultrasound 30/45MHZ System

    Published on: May 5, 2018

    11.7K
    A Piglet Perinatal Asphyxia Model to Study Cardiac Injury and Hemodynamics after Cardiac Arrest, Resuscitation, and the Return of Spontaneous Circulation
    10:55

    A Piglet Perinatal Asphyxia Model to Study Cardiac Injury and Hemodynamics after Cardiac Arrest, Resuscitation, and the Return of Spontaneous Circulation

    Published on: January 13, 2023

    1.8K

    Area of Science:

    • Reproductive Health
    • Maternal and Child Health
    • Public Health Surveillance

    Background:

    • Fetal mortality remains a significant public health concern in the United States.
    • Understanding demographic and clinical factors associated with fetal death is crucial for targeted interventions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present and analyze 2021 fetal mortality data across various maternal and fetal characteristics.
    • To examine trends in fetal mortality rates from the previous year.

    Main Methods:

    • Descriptive statistical analysis of all reported fetal deaths in the U.S. at 20 weeks gestation or more in 2021.
    • Data stratified by maternal race/Hispanic origin, age, tobacco use, plurality, gestational age, birthweight, and cause of death.

    Main Results:

    • The U.S. fetal mortality rate in 2021 was 5.73 per 1,000, largely unchanged from 2020.
    • Significant disparities observed: non-Hispanic, single-race Black women had the highest rate (9.89), while Asian women had the lowest (3.94).
    • Higher rates were noted for mothers under 15 and over 40, smokers, and those with multiple gestation pregnancies.

    Conclusions:

    • Fetal mortality rates in the U.S. showed stability in 2021 but persistent racial disparities require attention.
    • Maternal age, smoking, and multiple gestations are key risk factors for fetal death.
    • Further research into the leading causes of fetal death is warranted.