A catheter inserted into the uterus during labor to measure the actual pressure within the uterus. These measurements are important in measuring the frequency and intensity of uterine contractions. The fetal heart rate is usually measured simultaneously. The combination of these measurements facilitates the evaluation of labor and fetal well-being.
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