Definitions for "Cord prolapse"
When the umbilical cord slips through the cervix before the baby; it is a serious complication because blood flow to the baby can be cut off when the uterus contracts
When the umbilical cord slips through the cervix or into the vagina ahead of the baby during delivery. If the prolapsed cord is compressed, it may cut off the babyâ€(tm)s blood and oxygen supply.
Dangerous situation in which the umbilical cord falls into the birth canal and is subsequently compressed by the baby's head so that the oxygen supply is interrupted.