Optimal timing of delivery for growth restricted fetuses with gastroschisis: A decision analysis.

Claire H PackerRachel A PilliodAaron B CaugheyTeresa N Sparks

Published in: Prenatal diagnosis (2023)

Taking into consideration a range of adverse perinatal outcomes and cost effectiveness, 38-39 weeks gestation is ideal for the delivery of fetuses with gastroschisis, FGR, and normal UA Dopplers. However, there are unique details to consider for each case, and the timing of delivery should be individualized using shared multidisciplinary decision making.

Keyphrases

gestational age
decision making
pregnant women
preterm infants
emergency department
preterm birth
type diabetes
skeletal muscle
data analysis