The liquid world of fetal development provides a rich source of nutrition and protection tailored to meet the needs of the ...

Stem cells have incredible potential for regenerative medicine, but getting hold of them in large enough numbers can be tricky. Amniotic fluid may be a plentiful source, and now scientists from Lund ...

An amniotic fluid index measures the amount of amniotic fluid surrounding the baby. It’s an important way for your doctor to assess your baby’s development and identify potential complications. An ...

LONDON, July 3 (Reuters) - Stem cells taken from amniotic fluid can be transformed into a more versatile state similar to embryonic stem cells and may offer an alternative to the medically valuable ...

Many factors, including genetics, stress, and environmental exposure, can shape pregnancy and fetal development. Physicians who care for pregnant patients and their babies before and after birth work ...

What is low amniotic fluid? Low amniotic fluid (oligohydramnios) is a condition in which the level of amniotic fluid measures lower than expected for a baby's gestational age. Under normal ...

Pregnancy is an amazing journey, but it comes with plenty of doctor visits and tests. Every test has a reason, even if it sometimes feels like too much. One important check is the amniotic fluid. You ...

Amniotic fluid fills the amniotic sac, which is a bag inside a woman’s uterus (womb) where an unborn baby will develop. The amniotic sac provides protection and a constant temperature for the baby to ...

Amniotic fluid embolism is a rare but serious condition that happens in pregnant women shortly before, during, or after delivery of a baby. The symptoms of amniotic fluid embolism are often ...

Amniotic fluid embolism (AFE) is a life-threatening condition that affects pregnant women shortly before, during, or immediately after labor and delivery. It is a syndrome marked by the start of ...