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Abnormal number of vessels. 2-vessels cords. Single umbilical artery (SUA), the most common anatomical abnormality of the umbilical cord, is found in 0,2-1,1% of singleton pregnancies1, and in 6-11% of multiple pregnancies. The selection process of the missing (or existing) vessel is likely to be random, even though a right single artery is slightly more common2.
Compression of the umbilical cord is a serious problem that can require immediate medical attention in order to avoid birth injuries including brain damage and cerebral palsy.Related: 1  Left Undiagnosed, Umbilical Cord Compression Can Result In Brain Injury To Baby.ord prolapse. Another type of umbilical cord complication is called umbilical cord prolapse, which is when the cord descends into the birth canal before the baby, putting both mother and child in danger of cord compression.