the fetal biophysical profile may assist the clinician to ascertain the fetal condition at the time of testing ( acute markers ) , the degree of fetal compromise ( gradual hypoxia concept ) , the presence of chronic fetal stress or possibility of in utero death due to cord accident ( oligohydramnios ) , intrapartum complications such as abnormal heart rate patterns and abruptio ( grade iii ) placenta , and impending fetal infection in patients with prom ( if performed daily ) .
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oligohydramnios