Intrauterine Fetal Demise (Stillbirth)​ As the 5th leading cause of death worldwide, intrauterine fetal demise (IUFD), more commonly known as a stillbirth, is fetal death at the time of delivery. IUFD occurs when a fetus shows no signs of life, characterized as the absence or lack of breathing, heartbeat, and defined movements of muscles. The Centers … Continue reading Intrauterine Fetal Demise (Stillbirth)