Small-for-Gestational-Age (SGA) Definitions and Associated Risks
- 1 January 1992
- journal article
- Published by Cambridge University Press (CUP) in International Journal of Technology Assessment in Health Care
- Vol. 8 (S1) , 139-146
- https://doi.org/10.1017/s0266462300013039
Abstract
Samples and methods vary in constructing birthweight charts. Introduction of ultrasound dating affects the distribution of gestation, increases the proportion of preterm births, and reduces postterm and small-for-gestational-age (SGA) births. The need for standardized charts is emphasized. Preferably such charts ought to be sex- and parity-specific, also taking into account the mother's previous pregnancy outcome in terms of birthweight. The risks associated with being bom SGA involve various morbidity as well as short- and long-term survival.Keywords
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