Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
Abstract
The latest and most technologically advanced technique for estimating fetal weight is based on fetal measurements taken through ultrasonography, which is now considered the gold standard in contemporary obstetrics. This study seeks to determine if the ultrasoundbased Hadlock's formulas are appropriate for our region‐specific population. This study was a forward‐looking observational analysis carried out with pregnant women having a single fetus, with a verified gestational age of 37‐42 weeks. The anticipated fetal weight was acquired from scans conducted within a week before delivery and these women gave birth in our hospital. In the current study, 100 pregnant women who met the study criteria were examined. Their ages ranged between 19 and 35 years, with an average age of 25.09 years. The largest group was those aged 21‐25 years, making up 47%, followed by those aged 26‐30 years at 38%. Multigravida participants (those who have been pregnant more than once) were more common at 57% compared to primigravidas (those pregnant for the first time) at 43%. In most cases, the actual birth weight ranged from 2501‐3000 g (49%), followed by 3001‐3500 g (32%). The average actual birth weight was 2952.87 g. Using Hadlock's formula, the estimated average birth weight was 3062.49 g. Notably, although the mean difference of 109.62 g might appear minor, it was statistically significant. The study found an average error of 220.97±176.80 g, with a mean percentage error of 7.80±7.39%. The average actual birth weight of the samples was 2952.87 g, representing the regional population of the Raichur district. Using the Hadlock formula to estimate fetal weight can be highly beneficial in a developing nation like ours.
How to cite this article:
Apoorva Hangarga, G. C. Patil, M. Chetan and V. Ashwitha. Study of Specific Mean Birth Weight Using Hadlocks Formula among Regional Population of Raichur, Karnataka.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makrjms.2023.705.709
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.59218/makrjms.2023.705.709