Abstract

Fetal growth is a complex process that involves a myriad of interactions between maternal, fetal, and placental factors. It is a critical aspect of prenatal care, as it is a significant determinant of neonatal survival and can help manage high-risk pregnancies[1]. The accurate assessment of fetal weight is crucial for fetuses with suspected significant deviations of intrauterine growth. Materials and Methods: Ultrasound was measured sonographically in 97 fetuses between 34 and 42 weeks of gestation. The sonographic examination and delivery were done in singleton pregnancies. The weight of newborns was measured immediately after delivery. Results: The age distribution of pregnant mothers is found to be highest among 25-35 years at 59.8%, followed by 18-25 years at 38.14% and the least with only two cases above 35 years age group. The mean age is 26.6 years with a standard deviation of ±4.58 years.The mean fetal weight is 2970g ±460.4g with the median for the data set being 2900g . There was a significant positive correlation between the ultrasound estimation of fetal weight and actual birth weight (r = 0.78, P < 0.001). Conclusion: Our study reveals a strong positive correlation between estimated ultrasound fetal weight in relation to actual birth weight.

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