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Analysis Study Research Paper | Obstetrics and Gynecology | India | Volume 12 Issue 3, March 2023 | Rating: 4.9 / 10

A Prospective Study on Maternal and Fetal Outcome in Oligohydramnios (AFI <5cm)

Namratha H R | Sowmya K ^[4]

Abstract: Background: Decrease in amniotic fluid volume or Oligohydramnios has been correlated with increased risk of intrauterine growth retardation, meconium aspiration syndrome, severe birth asphyxia, low APGAR scores and congenital abnormities. Early detection of oligohydramnios and its management may help in reduction of perinatal morbidity and mortality one side and decreased caesarean deliveries on the other side. The objective of present study is to assess the effect of oligoamnios on foetal and maternal outcome at or beyond 34 weeks of gestation age with AFI < 5 cm. Methods: In the present study, 50 patients beyond 34 weeks of gestation age with AFI < 5 cm were included and the maternaland foetal outcome was studied. Results: Total number of patients included in my study was 80. Maximum number of patients was in the age group of 20 - 25 years. Incidence of oligoamnios was more in primigravida (52.5%) in my study. Most common cause of oligoamnios was idiopathic (52%). Oligoamnios was associated with intrauterine growth retardation in 11 babies (22%); APGAR SCORE <7 after 5 mins in 5 patients (10%); NICU admission in 24 patients (48%). Conclusions: Oligoamnios is a frequent occurrence and demands intensive fetal surveillance and proper antepartum and intrapartum care so that the perinatal mortality and morbidity and maternal morbidity can be reduced.

Keywords: oligoamnios, Maternal Outcome, Foetal Outcome, amniotic fluid index

Edition: Volume 12 Issue 3, March 2023,

Pages: 1344 - 1348