Stage-based FGR (Barcelona Protocol): Perinatal Outcome in SGA and FGR

Abstract

IntroductIonSmall fetuses are defined as those with an ultrasound estimated weight below a threshold, most commonly the 10th percentile which includes both SGA and FGR fetuses. 1 SGA fetuses are defined as those with an estimated fetal weight less than the 10th percentile for gestational age. [2][3][4] FGR is a failure of the fetus to reach its full growth potential and is associated with maternal, placental, and fetal conditions, including hypertension, and other placental deficiencies. 5 Suboptimal intrauterine growth affects up to 10% of pregnancies and confers an increased risk of perinatal morbidity and mortality. 6 It increases the risks of stillbirth, birth hypoxia, neonatal death, and neurodevelopmental impairment. 7 The current birth rate for India is 17.8 births per 1,000 people. 8 The current perinatal mortality rate of India is 26 per 1,000 births. 9 It ranges from 16 per 1,000 births in urban areas to 28 per 1,000 births 1,