Delay in fetal development of the fetus is the condition when the weight and size of the fetus do not correspond to the age of gestation (the period of pregnancy). The measurement of the fetal size is determined by ultrasound examination by comparing the obtained dimensions with the tabulated data. We will try to understand the reasons for the delay in intrauterine development, the severity, its treatment and prevention.
FCHD - causes and stages
The causes of intrauterine growth retardation can be quite a lot. The main are the following:
- chronic intrauterine fetal hypoxia caused by severe preeclampsia, intrauterine infection, harmful habits (tobacco smoking, alcoholism, drug addiction, rhesus-conflict, anemia of pregnant women);
- Multiple pregnancy (two or three fetuses get much less oxygen and nutrients than one fetus);
- abnormalities of the placenta and umbilical cord;
- women living in high mountains.
When determining the conformity of the fetal dimensions, measure the circumference of the head, the length of the arms and legs, the length and mass of the body. There are three clinical stages of intrauterine growth retardation.
- The FIR of the 1st degree fetus is characterized by the child's lag in development for no more than 2 weeks.
- In the case of an FCHD of a fetus of the 2nd degree, the lag in the development of the fetus ranges from 2 to 4 weeks.
- Stage 3 of ZVUR is characterized by a fetal lag in development for more than 4 weeks.
Treatment of Fetal Fetus
In the treatment of the syndrome of intrauterine growth retardation the fetus should be based on the cause, which led to pathology. For example, the treatment of cytomegalovirus infection or rubella significantly improves the fetal condition. If the feto-placental blood flow is insufficient, it is advisable to conduct drug therapy.
- The trophic function of the placenta is improved by such drugs as Actovegin and Curantil. They improve blood circulation in the placenta and promote the activation of metabolic processes.
- Drugs that contribute to the relaxation of the uterus (tocolysis, antispasmodics) - Ginipral, No-shpa .
- Complexes of vitamins and microelements (Magne B6, Vitamins E and C).
So, we considered such a pathology as a delay in the intrauterine development (FNC) of the fetus, which can have negative consequences. Namely, the baby may be immature by the time of the expected childbirth and will need additional help. Therefore, in order to prevent the development of this syndrome, it is necessary to abandon bad habits, to be more outdoors and to comply with all the doctor's recommendations.