Intrauterine Pressure Catheter

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The intrauterine pressure catheter (IUPC) offers the only direct and objective method of measuring intensity and timing of uterine contractions. It is intrauterine pressure change measured in mmHg (millimeters of mercury) and is fairly consistent at any altitude.

We will cover the topics for IUPC listed below.

• Indications and Contraindications

• Advantages, Disadvantages, and Risks

• Placement Procedure

• Things to Remember

In this image: The intrauterine pressure catheter (IUPC).

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