NEW FOETAL HEART MONITORING SYSTEM AT ULSTER HOSPITAL

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A NEW foetal heart monitoring system has been launched at the Ulster Hospital.

The patient safety cardiotocography (CTG) system, ‘Centrale’, allows for remote viewing of a baby’s heartbeat patterns on a centralised monitor.

Interim lead midwife at the Ulster, Sarah McKevitt, said while the system will never replace the role of the midwife in providing direct care for mother’s in labour, this system will enable senior midwives and obstetricians to review the CTG recordings without disturbing the one-to-one care that a mother receives in the labour ward

“This has the benefit of providing reassurance and support to the midwife who is providing the care or ensuring that concerns are recognised and acted upon quickly,” she said.

“These recordings were traditionally on paper and the quality had deteriorated over time. This system now ensures that the recordings are stored electronically, thereby eliminating the risk of the record being damaged.

Sarah added: “It will also provide an effective tool to enhance patient safety and for learning as this information can be easily retrieved for audit and teaching purposes.,”