Vibroacoustic stimulation

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Vibroacoustic Stimulation

Vibroacoustic Stimulation (pronounced: vi-bro-uh-koo-stik stim-yuh-ley-shuhn) is a medical procedure used to evaluate fetal health by provoking a response from the fetus using sound stimulation.

Etymology

The term "Vibroacoustic" is derived from two Latin words: "vibro" meaning to shake or move back and forth, and "acoustic" referring to sound or the science of sound. "Stimulation" comes from the Latin word "stimulare", meaning to goad or rouse.

Procedure

Vibroacoustic Stimulation is typically performed during a Non-Stress Test (NST) or a Biophysical Profile (BPP). A device that produces sound and vibration is placed on the mother's abdomen over the region where the fetal head is located. The sound is intended to startle the fetus and provoke a response, which is then monitored and evaluated.

Related Terms

  • Non-Stress Test (NST): A common prenatal test used to check on a baby's health.
  • Biophysical Profile (BPP): A prenatal ultrasound evaluation of fetal well-being involving a scoring system.
  • Fetus: The unborn offspring from the end of the 8th week after conception (when the major structures have formed) until birth.
  • Abdomen: The part of the body that contains the stomach, liver, intestines, and other organs.

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