antenatal growth charts Flashcards

1
Q

what is the role of antenatal growth charts

A

detect fetuses who are large/small for their dates

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2
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failure to detect abnormal growth can lead to…

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increased mortality and morbidity

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3
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causes for small baby (estimated fetal weight <10th centile)

A

uteroplacental insufficiency
chromosomal abnormalities
foetal abnormalities
foetal infections

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4
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causes for large baby (estimated fetal weight >90th centile)

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maternal DM - gestational diabetes, insulin-dependent diabetes

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5
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customised growth chart

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customised to mother’s weight, parity, ethnicitiy
- better fetal outcomes and lower stillbirth rate

symphysis-fundal height against gestation and estimated fetal weight

any change in the curve (up/down) warrants obstetric review

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