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Clinical Significance of Pregnancies with Macrosomia (Birth Weight ≥ 4,000 g) Compared with Deliveries with Neonatal Birth Weight of 3,500-3,999 g

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Introduction: We examined the clinical characteristics and perinatal outcomes of pregnancy with macrosomia (birth weight ≥ 4,000 g) compared with delivery with neonatal birth weight of 3,500-3,999 g. Methods: This study analyzed data obtained from singleton pregnant women who delivered at ≥22 weeks of gestation from January 2002 to December 2010. Results: = 0.03). Conclusions: The results of this study indicate that particular attention should be paid to the possibility of shoulder dystocia during delivery of macrosomia.

Source: JMA Journal

DOI: 10.31662/jmaj.2024-0117

Author: Shunji Suzuki

Institution: Japanese Red Cross Katsushika Maternity Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Gestational Diabetes Research and Management

Subfield: Obstetrics and Gynecology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4406187059

FWCI: 3.21

Cites: 3

Cited by: 3

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