Polyhydramnios Flashcards
1
Q
what is polyhydramnios?
A
excess amniotic fluid
2
Q
causes
A
diabetes anomaly monochorionic twins hydrops fetalis viral infection
3
Q
risks
A
pre-term labour
4
Q
presentation
A
abdominal discomfort tense shiny abdomen unable to feel foetal parts pre-labour rupture cord prolapse
5
Q
diagnosis
A
USS (AFI >25cm and DVP >8cm)
find cause
6
Q
causation tests
A
OGTT serology antibody screen USS foetal survey MCA doppler examine placenta
7
Q
management
A
patient information
serial USS
IOL by 40 weeks
