Influence of Fetal Birth Weight on Caesarean Section Rate and Fetal Outcome After Induction of Labor.

20165 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Marc Sütterlin · University Medical Centre Mannheim

Abstract

Although a fetal birth weight of under 2500 g and a birth weight over 4,250 g are associated with some risks, there is no general contraindication against performing induction of labor in regards to fetal birth weight.

Topics & Keywords

Maternal and Perinatal Health Interventions Assisted Reproductive Technology and Twin Pregnancy Gestational Diabetes Research and Management

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Decent work and economic growth

Publication Details

Published in: PubMed

Volume 29, Issue 5, pp. 519-24

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