short umbilical cord

Short umbilical cord has been variably defined. Considering the mean length of the umbilical cord is 50-70 cm , a short cord in absolute terms is usually taken as one that is under 35-40 cm in length at term .

Pathology

Associations

Recognized associations include

Complications

  • increased likelihood of breech presentation
  • placental abruption during fetal descent
  • retained placental tissue

See also

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