[Doppler velocimetry of the fetal and the uterine-placental blood flows in pre-eclampsia and fetal retardation].

The aim of the authors is to point out the value of the Doppler velocimetry in the prediction of perinatal distress and the place of Doppler investigation in the management of high risk fetus. In 17 pre-eclamptic and 20 normotensive pregnant women, the blood flow velocity in the uterine and umbilical artery was investigated. It was proved that the changes in the blood flow velocity are feature of some placental disturbances that lead to fetal retardation. The place of that method is controversial for active obstetric management.