Intrauterine growth restriction is accompanied by decreased renal volume in the human fetus
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Fetal growth restriction may make the kidneys smaller, which could explain the link between fetal growth restriction and the development of high blood pressure in adulthood. In a study of 77 pregnant women, unborn babies who were smaller than normal also had smaller than normal kidneys. Ultrasound imaging can identify unborn babies who have smaller than normal kidneys, and who may have a higher risk of high blood pressure as adults.
Publication Name: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-9378
Year: 2003
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Variation in elective primary cesarean delivery by patient and hospital factors
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In addition to clinical factors, the type of hospital, the woman's age, and the teaching status of the hospital all have an impact on whether a pregnant woman will have a cesarean delivery. In a study of 463,196 pregnant women deliverd at 288 hospitals, the overall elective cesarean rate was 4.25%.
Publication Name: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-9378
Year: 2001
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Expectant management of severe preterm preeclampsia: is intrauterine growth restriction an indication for immediate delivery?
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Pregnant women with preeclampsia and evidence of fetal growth restriction should be delivered as soon as possible. This was the conclusion of a study of 47 women admitted during the final month of pregnancy with preeclampsia. Preeclampsia is a serious complication of pregnancy.
Publication Name: American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0002-9378
Year: 2000
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