Fetal weight nomogram for Nepalese population

Authors

  • Birendra Raj Joshi IOM, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Kathmandu

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3126/njr.v6i1-2.19206

Keywords:

Estimated fetal weight, Nomogram, Ultrasound fetal biometry

Abstract

Introduction: Determination of fetal weight is important in all pregnancies. Accurate antenatal assessment of the fetal weight is essential for deciding the plan of management that will minimize the perinatal morbidity and mortality rate.

Methods: This prospective longitudinal study was based on 221 low-risk pregnancies. Gestational age was computed from last menstrual period (LMP). Biparietal diameter (BPD), head circumference (HC), abdominal circumference (AC) and femoral length (FL) were measured using ultrasound and Estimated fetal weight (EFW) was calculated.

Results: Intrauterine growth expressed by EFW showed a continuous pattern until term. Conclusion: The presented growth chart is recommended as robust reference ranges for assessing growth.

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Author Biography

Birendra Raj Joshi, IOM, Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Kathmandu

Department of Radiology and Imaging

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Published

2018-02-17

How to Cite

Joshi, B. R. (2018). Fetal weight nomogram for Nepalese population. Nepalese Journal of Radiology, 6(1-2), 6–10. https://doi.org/10.3126/njr.v6i1-2.19206

Issue

Vol. 6 No. 1-2 (2016)

Section

Original Articles

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