- Industry: Health care
- Number of terms: 8622
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A device used to spread a woman's vaginal opening to make viewing of the cervix easier.
Industry:Parenting
A diagnostic procedure in which a doctor inserts a laparoscope (a small viewing instrument) through a small incision in a pregnant woman's abdomen and uterine wall to look for any abnormalities in the fetus.
Industry:Parenting
A diagnostic tool that in pregnancy can yield a clearer picture of the fetal condition than ultrasound can provide.
Industry:Parenting
A direct entry midwife who is certified. CPMs generally assist only in home births.
Industry:Parenting
A disorder caused by a prenatal brain defect or brain injury during birth. It affects a child's ability to move, can result in seizures, and in some cases can lead to mental retardation or learning disabilities.
Industry:Parenting
A disorder in which the body does not produce enough insulin, resulting in too much sugar in the bloodstream.
Industry:Parenting
A drug, chemical, or infection that can cause a birth defect when a woman is exposed to it during pregnancy.
Industry:Parenting
A facility designed and equipped for childbirth. It is intended for women with low-risk pregnancies. Also called a birthing center.
Industry:Parenting
