However, if we consider electronic fetal heart rate monitoring as an extension of auscultation which provides us with continuous information, we will be able to utilize it more appropriately. The best predictive value of monitoring is to determine normal, or to reassure fetal well being. If we use this concept in fetal monitoring, it will become an excellent tool in intrapartum management. Electronic fetal monitoring provides more information than auscultation. Automated methods have limited clinical application.
Appropriate interpretation is the most important.
There is no single perfect surveillance method for the fetus in utero. Use multiple findings to make a better clinical judgment. In clinical science, don't forget to use common sense. M moire sur l'auscultation applique a l'etude de la grossesse, etc, par MAJ Lejunnean de Kergaradec. Fetal heart rate as a predictor of fetal distress.