Cord prolapse usually never occurs at home deliveries .

by segaran
(Butterworth,Penang,Malaysia)

Usually one tries to have the baby out as soon as possible. ARM is done to assess meconium staining of the amniotic fluid. Again it depends on who does the ARM and how fast the amniotic fluid is drained. It is intresting to note the near absence of cord prolapse in home deliveries. Should ARM be done routinely?