fetal macrosomia
Fetal macrosomia refers to a condition in which a baby is significantly larger than the average size at birth, typically weighing more than 4,000 grams or 8 pounds 13 ounces.
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Related Concepts (15)
- birth complications
- cesarean delivery
- fetal growth abnormalities
- fetal hypoxia
- gestational diabetes
- macrosomia-associated injuries
- maternal diet
- maternal glucose levels
- maternal hyperglycemia
- maternal hypertension
- maternal obesity
- neonatal hypoglycemia
- neonatal jaundice
- preeclampsia
- shoulder dystocia
Similar Concepts
- fetal abnormalities
- fetal complications during pregnancy
- fetal development
- fetal distress
- fetal growth restrictions
- fetal health
- fetal monitoring
- fetal nutrition
- fetal surgery
- fetal ultrasound
- gestational diabetes and obesity
- high birth weight
- macrosomia in infants of diabetic mothers
- maternal and fetal health
- premature birth