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CONGENITAL MALFORMATION IN SINGLETON PREGNANCIES COMPLICATED WITH POLYHYDRAMNIOS

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Introduction: Polyhydramnios refers to an excessive volume of amniotic fluid. It has been associated with an increased risk of various adverse pregnancy outcomes, including preterm birth, placental abruption, and fetal anomalies. Objectives: The main objective of the study is to analyse the congenital malformation in singleton pregnancies complicated with polyhydramnios. Material and methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in Azra Naheed Medical College during January 2019 to December 2019. A    proper    history, general    physical examination, and routine investigation were carried out. Results: There were 39 pregnant ladies with amniotic fluid index (AFI) of >25cm during the study period.  One of the pregnant ladies with history   of   cardiac   disease   was   excluded   from the study.  A total of 38 pregnant ladies with   polyhydramnios   were   included   for   statistical analysis.  Mean age of the pregnant ladies was 28.8±6.3 years. Polyhydramnios was categorized as    mild (AFI:  25.1-30 cm), moderate (AFI:  30.1-35 cm) and severe. Conclusion: It is concluded that it   is   very   important   to   recognize   polyhydramnios, because   of   its contribution   to   the   development   of malformations in the fetus. 

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