Fetal growth restriction
Fetal Growth Restriction (pronunciation: fee-tuhl grohth ri-struhk-shuhn), also known as Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR), is a condition where a fetus is unable to achieve its genetically determined potential size.
Etymology
The term "Fetal Growth Restriction" is derived from the Latin word "fetus" meaning offspring, the Old English word "growth" meaning increase, and the Latin word "restrictio" meaning a holding back.
Definition
Fetal Growth Restriction is a condition that occurs when the fetus does not grow at a normal rate inside the womb, causing it to be smaller than expected for the number of weeks of pregnancy. This condition can begin at any time during pregnancy, but it is often diagnosed in the later stages.
Causes
Fetal Growth Restriction can be caused by a variety of factors, including maternal health issues such as Hypertension, Diabetes, and Heart Disease, as well as lifestyle factors such as smoking and alcohol use during pregnancy. It can also be caused by problems with the placenta, which provides nutrients and oxygen to the fetus.
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