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Cord prolapse

Data Item category

Complications of labour

Collections containing the item

Data definitions

Definition:
WA Perinatal Data Collection: The cord prolapses between the presenting part and the pelvic inlet.

Additional information

VIC and TAS collect "other complications of labour" as a free text field which may capture cord prolapse.
Tas PDC collects this information in Obstetrix Tas, a statewide Electronic Perinatal Database that is used in public maternity and publically contracted private hospitals throughout Tasmania.

Related items

Reason for caesarean section - cord prolapse

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