A woman (second gravida) developed lower abdominal pain during her third trimester of pregnancy. Of the following possible causes, which is most the most serious complication in terms of the fetus?

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Intrauterine death
Intrauterine death refers to death of the fetus. Preeclampsia is a maternal complication characterized by high blood pressure in the mother as well as damage to an organ (such as the kidney). Ruptured uterus is a maternal complication that ranges from mild to severe. Postmaturity refers to a delivery beyond the expected date (and beyond 9 months of pregnancy).
Other causes of lower abdominal pain in the third trimester include:
1. Labor pain
2. Urinary tract infection
3. Abruptio placenta
4. Premature labor
5. Ruptured uterus
6. Torsion of gravid uterus

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