Estimating fetal weight for best clinical outcome
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Clinical decisions are often based on the results of third trimester sonograms, particularly with small or large babies and so accuracy of estimating fetal weight (EFW) is essential. There are numerous EFW formula available and yet in Australia no one formula has been recommended for use due to the lack of clinical evidence as to their accuracy. Objectives: 1 To assess inter/intra observer error for fetal parameter measurements with multiple observers. 2 To compare six of the most commonly used EFW formulae and analyse inter/intra formulae variations for different weight range. Method: EFW of 121 pregnancies assessed within 7 days of birth by measuring the BPD, OFD, HC, AC, FL and comparing to actual birth weight. Results: Inter-observer error: 1.3 to 3.1%. Intra-observer error: 1.1 to 1.9% depending on fetal parameter. Accuracy of each EFW formula changed with different weight ranges. For all formulae the highest random error occurred in the macrosomic group. The lowest random error in all weight groups was the Hadlock B formula incorporating the HC/AC/FL (7.7%). Conclusion: Considering the possible problems of head moulding this study suggests the use of: Hadlock FP et al (1982) - Formula B - incorporating HC/AC/FL.
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