antepartum
nounmasculinetécnico/ɐ̃.tɨ.ˈpaɾ.tu/medium
an·te·par·to
Definition
The period immediately before childbirth; relating to the care, symptoms, or events of this period.
The pregnant woman was admitted for antepartum surveillance.
Antepartum consultations are essential to monitor the health of the mother and baby.
Common collocations
antepartum careantepartum surveillanceantepartum consultation
Etymology
Do prefixo ante- + parto.