Large for dates pregnancy Flashcards
1
Q
In terms of chorionicity and zygosity, which twins are at higher risk of pregnancy complications?
A
Monochorionic/monzygotic twins are at higher risk of pregnancy complications
2
Q
How can you assess chorionicity?
A
ULTRASOUNDDD
Twin PEAKS at 12 WEEKS means dichorionicity
Absence of peaks = monochorionicity
3
Q
When do you diagnose multiple pregnancies?
A
Usually 12 weeks ultraound
4
Q
What week is gestational diabetes diagnosis made?
A
28 weeks
5
Q
Diagnostic values for gestational diabetes
A
Fasting - less than 5.1
2 hour - more than 8.5 mmol/l
6
Q
Gestational diabetes risk factors
A
Family history of diabetes Previous big baby Previous unexplained still birth Recurrent glycosurie Maternal obesity Previous gestational diabetes
7
Q
Are oral hypoglycemics or insulin more likely to cause hypoglycemia in baby?
A
Insulin more likely to cause hypoglycemia in baby
