If a baby's heart stops beating in the womb, it's a serious situation that requires medical intervention. Here's what generally occurs:
Confirmation and Diagnosis
- The healthcare provider will use an ultrasound to confirm that the baby's heart has stopped beating.
Subsequent Steps
The next steps depend on the mother's health.
- If the woman's health is at risk: The baby will need to be delivered right away.
- If the woman's health is not at immediate risk: She has a choice.
- Induction of Labor: She can choose to have medicine to start labor.
- Expectant Management: She can wait for labor to begin on its own.
In summary, the immediate response to a baby's heart stopping in the womb is confirmation via ultrasound, followed by a decision regarding delivery method, prioritizing the mother's health.
