35 Proposed cut-off for fetal scalp blood lactate in intrapartum fetal surveillance based on neonatal outcomes: A large prospective observational study

Abstract

Introduction and aims of the study: Fetal scalp blood sampling (FBS) mostly used in the northern Europe, is recognized as a second line tool to Cardiotocography to intervene appropriately. Since the 90’s, point of care (POC) lactate measurement has gained increased popularity due to its low failure rate and easy to analyse bedside for rapid clinical decision making. The reference values are only valid for LactateProTM which has ceased production, why there is a need to introduce a new device. StatstripLactate®/StatstripXpress® (Nova Biomedical) (SLX) has shown promising results in fetal blood.