A striped racer, also known as the California whipsnake, is a species of non-venomous snake native to the coast and foothills of California. It is a long, slender, and fast-moving snake, identified by its distinctive stripes running down the length of its body. They primarily feed on lizards and small rodents. The scientific name for this species is Masticophis lateralis.
Prolapsed umbilical cord
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Prolapse of the umbilical cord means that the cord precedes the baby through the vagina.
A prolapsed umbilical cord occurs in about 1 of 1,000 deliveries. When the umbilical cord prolapses, the fetus’s body may put pressure on the cord and thus cut off the fetus’s blood supply.
This uncommon complication may be obvious (overt) or not (occult).
Prolapsed umbilical cord meaning & definition 1 of Prolapsed umbilical cord.
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