![MCAT Memoranda on Tumblr: So as I understand it, velamentous cord insertion just means the fetal vessels are not protected by the umbilical cord. MCAT Memoranda on Tumblr: So as I understand it, velamentous cord insertion just means the fetal vessels are not protected by the umbilical cord.](https://64.media.tumblr.com/2ef56306f2a01638fe641a37d80d3dcb/325131b03b7e0607-42/s1280x1920/c94a4255cc0f2b3fec738fee3fc2086efe084858.jpg)
MCAT Memoranda on Tumblr: So as I understand it, velamentous cord insertion just means the fetal vessels are not protected by the umbilical cord.
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Velamentous cord insertion. Something i cannot believe out of 1 % of singleton pregnancies that i would get it. I'm very nervous,scared and… | Instagram
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Miami OB GYN, LLC - Typically the umbilical cord is inserted in or near the center of the placenta. However there are some interesting variations that can occur in the placenta. These
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