Large for dates pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
Excess amniotic fluid
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Polyhydramnios
2
Q
Aetiology of polyhydramnios (4)
A
Monochorionic twin pregnancy
Fetal malformations
Poorly controlled maternal diabetes
Hydrops fetalis
3
Q
Diagnosis of multiple pregnancy (4)
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Usually ultrasound at 12 weeks
Large for dates uterus
High AFP
Exaggerated pregnancy symptoms
4
Q
Main causes of large for dates pregnancy
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Polyhydramnios
Multiple pregnancy
Diabetes (either pre-existing or gestational)
5
Q
Examples of foetal malformations which can cause polyhydramnios?
A
Spina bifida
Anencephaly
Oesophageal/nowel atresia