👉 A phonocardiogram is a diagnostic tool used in obstetrics to detect fetal heart defects. It involves measuring changes in the electrical activity of the baby's heart, which can be caused by various factors such as placental abnormalities and premature rupture of membranes. The primary use of the phonocardiogram is to identify potential fetal heart defects, but it can also be used to evaluate other conditions such as preterm birth or congenital heart disease. Phonocardiography (also known as acoustic
