Efficiency of the Cerebroplacental Ratio in Identifying High-Risk Late-Term Pregnancies.

ABSTRACT: Background and Objectives: Over the last few years, great interest has arisen in the role of the cerebroplacental ratio (CPR) to identify low-risk pregnancies at higher risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes. This study aimed to assess the predictive capacity of the CPR for adverse perinatal outcomes in all uncomplicated singleton pregnancies attending an appointment at 40-42 weeks. Materials and Methods: This is a retrospective cohort study including all consecutive singleton pregnancies undergoing a routine prenatal care appointment after 40 weeks in three maternity units in Spain and the United Kingdom from January 2017 to December 2019. The primary outcome was adverse perinatal outcomes defined as stillbirth or neonatal death, cesarean section or instrumental delivery due to

SUBMITTER: Martin-Alonso R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10535994 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature