Non-Invasive Monitoring of Placental Growth: Ultrasonographic Assessment from Mid to Late Pregnancy

J.Kranthi Kumar , V.Krishna Priya , Dr. B. Nuthan , Dr.G.S Kejriwal

Gestational age, Placenta, Ultrasound imaging, Intrauterine growth restriction, Low birth weight

Abstract Background: As pregnancy progresses, the accuracy of current methods for estimating gestational age decreases. However, placental thickness tends to increase linearly with gestational age and might be a reliable indicator, especially in later stages of pregnancy. Aim: This study aimed to explore the relationship between placental thickness and gestational age, along with commonly used fetal growth parameters during the second and third trimesters. Additionally, it investigated whether placental thickness is reduced in fetuses that are small for gestational age (SGA). Methods: Conducted at a tertiary care center, this prospective observational study included 200 pregnant women who met specific inclusion and exclusion criteria. Routine antenatal ultrasounds were used to measure placental thickness at the umbilical cord insertion, as well as biparietal diameter (BPD), head circumference (HC), femur length (FL), and abdominal circumference (AC). Gestational age was determined based on the last menstrual period. Results: There was a significant correlation between placental thickness and gestational age (p<0.001), BPD (p<0.001), HC (p<0.001), FL (p<0.001), and AC (p<0.001) across both trimesters. In the second trimester, placental thickness was strongly correlated with gestational age (p<0.001), BPD (p<0.01), HC (p<0.001), and AC (p<0.001). In the third trimester, it was strongly correlated with gestational age (p<0.001), BPD (p<0.001), HC (p<0.001), FL (p<0.001), and AC (p<0.001). SGA babies had significantly thinner placentas compared to normal-weight babies (p<0.001). Conclusions: Placental thickness shows a strong correlation with gestational age, BPD, HC, and AC during the second and third trimesters. It is also significantly lower in SGA babies. Regular measurement of placental thickness via ultrasound can aid in predicting gestational age and identifying SGA babies. .

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"Non-Invasive Monitoring of Placental Growth: Ultrasonographic Assessment from Mid to Late Pregnancy", IJSDR - International Journal of Scientific Development and Research (www.IJSDR.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.9, Issue 5, page no.1150 - 1156, May-2024, Available :https://ijsdr.org/papers/IJSDR2405151.pdf

Volume 9 Issue 5, May-2024

Pages : 1150 - 1156

Paper Reg. ID: IJSDR_211439

Published Paper Id: IJSDR2405151

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Research Area: Medical Science

Country: Hyderabad, Telangana, India

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ISSN: 2455-2631 | IMPACT FACTOR: 9.15 Calculated By Google Scholar | ESTD YEAR: 2016

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