ትክክለኛ የእርግዝና ቀን አቶጣጠር አና ትክክለኛው ሚረገዝበት ቀን | Gestational age in weeks & in months | ዶ/ር አዝመራው #ebs #ethiopia #health
Gestational age refers to the length of time a fetus has been developing inside the mother's womb, typically measured in weeks from the first day of the woman's last menstrual period (LMP) to the estimated date of delivery.
It is an important concept in obstetrics, used for
. Monitoring fetal development: Gestational age is used to track the baby's growth and development throughout pregnancy. Doctors can use ultrasound measurements, such as the size of the baby's head and abdomen, to assess whether the baby is growing at an appropriate rate
. Identifying potential risks: Knowing the gestational age can help doctors identify potential risks for the baby, such as premature birth or birth defects.
It is important to note that gestational age is not always an exact measure of fetal development. Some babies may develop at a slightly faster or slower rate than others, even if they have the same gestational age. Additionally, the method of estimating gestational age based on the LMP is not always accurate, as ovulation can occur at different times in a woman's cycle.
Here are some additional points to consider about gestational age
. A full-term pregnancy typically lasts between 38 and 42 weeks.
. Babies born before 37 weeks are considered premature and may have health problems due to their underdeveloped organs.
. Babies born after 42 weeks are considered postmature and may be at risk for complications such as stillbirth