Problem
Hydramnios
Other Names:
Hydrops amniiPolyhydramnios
Oligohydramnios
Hydrops foetalis
Nature:
Polyhydramnios is a medical condition describing an excess of amniotic fluid in the amniotic sac. It is seen in about 1% of pregnancies. It is typically diagnosed when the amniotic fluid index (AFI) is greater than 24 cm. There are two clinical varieties of polyhydramnios: chronic polyhydramnios where excess amniotic fluid accumulates gradually, and acute polyhydramnios where excess amniotic fluid collects rapidly.
The opposite to polyhydramnios is oligohydramnios, not enough amniotic fluid.
Broader Problems:
Pregnancy disordersComplications of childbirth Aggravates:
Haemolytic disease of the newborn Problem Type:
G: Very specific problems Date of last update
17.06.2018 – 06:44 CEST