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What is the primary difference between IUGR and SGA?
What percentage of fetuses are classified as IUGR if the 3rd centile is chosen?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that directly affects the intrinsic growth potential of the fetus?
What is the term for the process by which a pathological process modifies the intrinsic growth potential of the fetus?
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Which of the following infections is a known cause of IUGR?
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Study Notes
Definition and Classification of IUGR
- IUGR is defined as the failure of the fetus to achieve its genetic growth potential, resulting in a fetus that is small for gestational age (SGA).
- SGA implies that the fetus or neonate is below a certain defined centile of weight or size for a particular gestational age.
- IUGR indicates a pathological process that modifies the intrinsic growth potential of the fetus, reducing its growth rate.
- The terms SGA and IUGR are not synonymous.
Incidence of IUGR
- The incidence of IUGR is around 3% if the 3rd centile or 5% if the 5th centile is chosen.
Etiology of IUGR
- There are many causes of IUGR, which can be grouped into two main categories.
Factors Affecting Intrinsic Growth Potential
- Chromosomal defects, such as trisomy 18 and triploidy.
- Single-gene effects, such as Seckel's syndrome.
- Structural abnormalities, such as renal agenesis and anencephaly.
- Infections, such as cytomegalovirus, rubella, and protozoal infections like toxoplasmosis.
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Description
Learn about intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR), a condition where the fetus fails to achieve its genetic growth potential, often resulting in small for gestational age (SGA) babies.
