Single Umbilical Artery in Foetus and Its Impact on New-born Outcome"-A case study
Keywords:
single umbilical artery, congenital anomalies, prenatal detection, postnatal implicationsAbstract
There are normally two arteries and one vein in the umbilical cord. The vein assists in transporting oxygenated blood from the placenta to the foetus, whereas the arteries are responsible for waste products and deoxygenated blood from the foetus to the placenta. On the other hand, a single umbilical artery may result from the atrophy or initial agenesis of one of the arteries.
A careful evaluation procedure was started to check for possible congenital defects at the NICU of our hospital, after a single umbilical artery was noticed in a new born during postnatal examination.
The aim of presenting this case is to contribute the comprehensive understanding of single umbilical artery (SUA) in new-borns by providing a detailed examination of its prenatal detection, postnatal implications, associated conditions, and long-term outcomes within a clinical context. By synthesizing both prenatal and postnatal diagnostic reports, this case aims to enhance the knowledge base of healthcare professionals, enabling them to recognize, evaluate, and manage SUA more effectively.
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