Fetal Macrosomia
| Definition: |
A complication of several conditions including DIABETES MELLITUS and prolonged pregnancy. A macrosomic fetus is defined as weighing more than 4000 grams. |
| Notes: |
do not confuse with INFANT, POSTMATURE (born after 42 wks of gestation) |
| Previously Indexed: |
Birth Weight (1966-1986),Fetal Diseases (1966-1986),Infant, Newborn, Diseases (1966-1986),Pregnancy in Diabetes (1966-1986) |
Fetal Macrosomia Definitions and Terms
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