Oligohydramnios Flashcards
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What is oligohydramnios
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Low level of amniotic fluid during pregnancy; below the5th centilefor the gestational age
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What are some causes of oligohydramnios
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Anything that reduces urine production, foetal output or membrane rupture:
- Pre-term, premature rupture of membranes
- Placental insufficiency
- Non-functioning foetal kidneys
- Obstructive uropathy
- Genetic anomalies
- Viral infection
3
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USS findings in oligohydramnios
A
AFI or maximum pool depth in bottom 5th percentile
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