Two weeks of umbilical cord bypass is a relatively common problem during pregnancy. It is mainly caused by the long umbilical cord and the frequent movement of the fetus in the uterine cavity, and the specific treatment depends on the week of pregnancy and the state of the fetus.
1. Gestational week less than 37 weeks: If the fetus is wrapped around the cervix for two weeks between 34 and 37 weeks of pregnancy, treatment is generally expected. Pregnant women are advised to go to the hospital for regular checkups and close fetal heartbeat monitoring. Fetal movements can be counted and any abnormalities found should be referred to the doctor.
2. Pregnancy greater than 37 weeks: Pregnancy greater than 37 weeks, fetal development is basically complete, this stage is mainly due to abnormal fetal activity, excessive amniotic fluid in the uterine cavity, the umbilical cord is too long, and so on. It is recommended that the patient should have weekly fetal heartbeat monitoring, and timely oxygen intake if fetal hypoxia occurs. If it cannot be relieved after treatment, it is recommended to terminate the pregnancy in time and perform cesarean section if necessary.
Fetus with umbilical cord around the neck must do fetal heart monitoring, regular obstetric examination, observation of fetal condition, if any discomfort, timely medical treatment.