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Reduced variability at term — needs escalation

G2P1, 38 years old40+5 weeksReduced fetal movements ×24 h

Mother reports a definite reduction in movements yesterday and today. No bleeding, no pain. BMI 34.

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Clinical picture

Reduced movements at 40+5 puts the fetus in a higher-risk category. Reduced variability here is not reassuring even without decels.