Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
Abstract
Oligohydramnios, characterized by reduced amniotic fluid volume, poses significant maternal and neonatal challenges. The condition, diagnosed via ultrasonography, is linked to complications such as intrauterine growth restriction, pregnancy‐induced hypertension (PIH) and increased cesarean deliveries due to fetal distress. A prospective cross‐sectional study was conducted over a year, involving 100 pregnant women diagnosed with oligohydramnios at a gestational age of over 36 weeks. Data were collected through obstetric examinations, real‐time B‐scanning for amniotic fluid index (AFI), and analysis via SPSS. Among the 100 cases, 52% had vaginal deliveries, while 48% underwent cesarean sections. The study found that 24% of newborns required NICU admission, with neonatal complications including respiratory distress, low birth weight, and jaundice. Maternal outcomes showed a higher cesarean rate, especially in PIH cases. Oligohydramnios necessitates vigilant fetal monitoring and appropriate clinical interventions to reduce perinatal morbidity and mortality, emphasizing the importance of individualized care in managing high‐risk pregnancies.
How to cite this article:
Medha Kanani, Janki M. Kanani, Jayvir Parmar and Sudhir Rakholia. Oligohydramnios: Maternal Challenges and Neonatal Consequences.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makrjms.2024.8.608.612
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.36478/makrjms.2024.8.608.612