A Cut-off Value for Gestational Week at Birth for Better Perinatal Outcomes in Early- and Late-Onset Fetal Growth Restriction

2019 ◽  
Vol 223 (05) ◽  
pp. 289-296
Author(s):  
Mehmet Sinan Beksac ◽  
Erdem Fadiloglu ◽  
Atakan Tanacan ◽  
Apostolos Mamopoulos ◽  
Merve Basol ◽  
...  

Abstract Objective Prediction of cut-off value for gestational week at birth for better perinatal outcomes in early- and late-onset fetal growth restriction (FGR). Materials and Methods This study consists of 83 singleton pregnancies with FGR that were diagnosed antenatally and confirmed postnatally between January 2017–April 2018. We used the 34th gestational week as a cut-off for early- and late-onset FGR discrimination. Results Early- and late-onset FGRs were detected in 22 (26.5%) and 61 (73.5%) of the cases, respectively. Expectant management significantly improved birth weight and Apgar scores at the 1st, 5th, and 10th minute in early-onset FGR cases (p=0.001, p=0.019, p=0.002, and p=0.001,respectively). Similar analysis revealed no significant improvements in late-onset FGR (p=0.151, p=0.727, p=0.951 and p=0.477, respectively). Umbilical cord blood gas pH was found to be similar between management modalities in both the early- and late-onset groups (p=0.186 and p=0.456, respectively). Gestational week 33.5 was found to be the threshold for better Apgar scores at the 1st, 5th, and 10th minute according to ROC curve analysis. Percentiles of 4.5, 2.5, and 4.5 were cut-off values for better Apgar scores at the 1st, 5th, and 10th minute, respectively. Conclusion Expectant management must be the first choice to improve Apgar scores in early-onset FGR cases, and gestational week 33.5 must be considered as a threshold for delivery. Immediate delivery might be the choice in late-onset FGR in necessary cases. However, etiology-based management and perinatal surveillance might also be considered to improve prematurity-related neonatal complications.

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
L. Ormesher ◽  
L. Warrander ◽  
Y. Liu ◽  
S. Thomas ◽  
L. Simcox ◽  
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AbstractAbnormal maternal serum biomarkers (AMSB), identified through the aneuploidy screening programme, are frequent incidental findings in pregnancy. They are associated with fetal growth restriction (FGR), but previous studies have not examined whether this association is with early-onset (< 34 weeks) or late-onset (> 34 weeks) FGR; as a result there is no consensus on management. The aims of this study were to determine the prevalence and phenotype of FGR in women with AMSB and test the predictive value of placental sonographic screening to predict early-onset FGR. 1196 pregnant women with AMSB underwent a 21–24 week “placental screen” comprising fetal and placental size, and uterine artery Doppler. Multivariable regression was used to calculate a predictive model for early-onset FGR (birthweight centile < 3rd/< 10th with absent umbilical end-diastolic flow, < 34 weeks). FGR prevalence was high (10.3%), however early-onset FGR was uncommon (2.3%). Placental screening effectively identified early-onset (area under the curve (AUC) 0.93, 95% confidence interval (CI) 0.87–1.00), but not late-onset FGR (AUC 0.70, 95% CI 0.64–0.75). Internal validation demonstrated robust performance for detection/exclusion of early-onset FGR. In this cohort, utilisation of our proposed algorithm with targeted fetal growth and Doppler surveillance, compared with universal comprehensive surveillance would have avoided 1044 scans, potentiating significant cost-saving for maternity services.


2019 ◽  
Vol 220 (1) ◽  
pp. S672
Author(s):  
Moeun Son ◽  
Ronald J. Wapner ◽  
Robert M. Silver ◽  
David M. Haas ◽  
Deborah A. Wing ◽  
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Author(s):  
Bhargavi Rangarajan ◽  
Lalithambica Karunakaran

BACKGROUND: Fetal Growth Restriction (FGR) is the largest contributing factor to perinatal morbidity, mortality and impaired neurodevelopment. This research strives to elucidate the perinatal outcomes of stage based management of fetal growth restriction using Obstetric Doppler and its  association with maternal sociodemographic profile.METHODS: The research was  conducted among 320 antenatal women whose Estimated Fetal weight was  <10th centile. Periodic follow up with Doppler was done and managed as per the stage of FGR. Perinatal outcomes were compiled.RESULTS: The incidence of FGR in T.D Medical College, Alappuzha  was 15.23%. SGA  accounted for 47 %.  The proportion of early and late onset FGR was  10.3%    &   89.7%    respectively.  57.18% of the newborns were admitted to NICU.  The common complications were: Low birth weight – 47.8% ARDS – 21% , Sepsis – 9.6%, Necrotizing enterocolitis – 4%, Hyperbilirubinemia – 4.9%. The incidence of Neonatal death and stillbirth were 1.56% and 0.3% respectively. Mothers who were underweight, inadequate weight gain during pregnancy and short inter pregnancy interval had increased risks. Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy was the commonly associated medical condition. CONCLUSION: Prolongation of pregnancy  even by one day results in 2% increased chances of survival of the newborn. Hence, it becomes imperative to identify the benign forms of FGR  to prevent iatrogenic prematurity. Antenatal women should be screened for risk factors and undergo vigilant antepartum surveillance to bring about favourable perinatal outcome. 


2020 ◽  
Vol 222 (1) ◽  
pp. S457
Author(s):  
Andrea Dall'Asta ◽  
Tullio Ghi ◽  
Giuseppe Pedrazzi ◽  
Enrica Roletti ◽  
Monica Minopoli ◽  
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Author(s):  
Maria Luiza Rozo Bahia ◽  
Guillermo Coca Velarde ◽  
Fernanda Campos da Silva ◽  
Edward Araujo Júnior ◽  
Renato Augusto Moreira de Sá

2019 ◽  
Vol 47 (2) ◽  
pp. 212-217
Author(s):  
Cecilia Villalaín ◽  
Ignacio Herraiz ◽  
Maria S. Quezada ◽  
Paula I. Gómez-Arriaga ◽  
Elisa Simón ◽  
...  

AbstractBackgroundAs conflicting results have been reported about the association of reversed flow on the aortic isthmus (AoI) and adverse perinatal results in fetal growth restriction (FGR), we aim to compare perinatal outcomes (including tolerance to labor induction) of late-onset FGR between those with anterograde and reversed AoI flow.MethodsThis was an observational retrospective cohort study on 148 singleton gestations diagnosed with late-onset FGR (diagnosis ≥32+0 weeks), with an estimated fetal weight (EFW) <10thcentile and mild fetal Doppler alteration: umbilical artery (UA) pulsatility index (PI) >95thcentile, middle cerebral artery (MCA)-PI <5thcentile or cerebral-placental ratio <5thcentile. Anterograde AoI flow was present in n=79 and reversed AoI flow in n=69. Delivery was recommended from 37 weeks in both groups. Perinatal results were compared between the groups.ResultsThe global percentage of vaginal delivery of fetuses with anterograde and reversed blood flow was 55.7% vs. 66.7% (P=0.18) and the percentage of cesarean section (C-section) for non-reassuring fetal status was 12.7% vs. 15.9% (P=0.29), respectively. When evaluating those that underwent labor induction, the vaginal delivery rate was 67.9% vs. 77.2% (P=0.17), respectively. There were no significant differences regarding any other perinatal variables and there were no cases of severe morbidity or mortality.ConclusionWe observed that the presence of reversed AoI flow does not worsen perinatal outcomes on fetuses with late-onset growth restriction with mild Doppler alterations. Attempt of labor induction is feasible in these fetuses regardless of the direction of AoI flow.


2020 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Beatriz Fernandez-Rodriguez ◽  
Concepción de Alba ◽  
Alberto Galindo ◽  
David Recio ◽  
Cecilia Villalain ◽  
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AbstractObjectivesLate-onset fetal growth restriction (FGR) has heterogeneous prenatal and postnatal diagnostic criteria. We compared the prenatal and postnatal diagnosis of late-onset FGR and their ability to predict adverse perinatal outcomes.MethodsRetrospective cohort study of 5442 consecutive singleton pregnancies that delivered beyond 34 + 0 weeks. Prenatal diagnosis of FGR was based on customized fetal growth standards and fetal Doppler while postnatal diagnosis was based on a birthweight <3rd percentile according to newborn charts (Olsen’s charts and Intergrowth 21st century programme). Perinatal outcomes were analyzed depending on whether the diagnosis was prenatal, postnatal or both.ResultsA total of 94 out of 5442 (1.7%) were diagnosed as late-onset FGR prenatally. Olsen’s chart and Intergrowth 21st chart detected that 125/5442 (2.3%) and 106/5442 (2.0%) of infants had a birthweight <3rd percentile, respectively. These charts identified 35/94 (37.2%) and 40/94 (42.6%) of the newborns with a prenatal diagnosis of late-onset FGR. Prenatally diagnosed late-onset FGR infants were at a higher risk for hypoglycemia, jaundice and polycythemia. Both prenatally and postnatally diagnosed as late-onset FGR had a higher risk for respiratory distress syndrome when compared to non-FGR. The higher risks for intensive care admission and composite adverse outcomes were observed in those with a prenatal diagnosis of late-onset FGR that was confirmed after birth.ConclusionsCurrent definitions of pre- and postnatal late-onset FGR do not match in more than half of cases. Infants with a prenatal or postnatal diagnosis of this condition have an increased risk of neonatal morbidity even if these diagnoses are not coincident.


2019 ◽  
Vol 36 (6) ◽  
pp. 1159-1164 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lina Zhang ◽  
Jijing Han ◽  
Na Zhang ◽  
Zhen Li ◽  
Jingjing Wang ◽  
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