Late gestation MRI to assess maternal pelvimetry, fetal biometry and placental oxygenation: a retrospective pilot study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The role of MRI pelvimetry and fetal size estimation in predicting mode of birth and risk of operative birth have been studied. However, there are no complete MRI studies that assess the maternal pelvis, fetal dimensions, and the placenta in a single protocol, in order to better inform the likelihood of operative vaginal birth or emergency caesarean section. Therefore, the aim of this pilot study was to assess the feasibility of obtaining a comprehensive prelabour assessment of maternal pelvimetry and fetal biometry using 3D MRI reconstructions, in addition to measures of placental function, in one MR examination.

Methods

This was a retrospective cohort study of 29 women in late third trimester. Maternal pelvimetry and fetal measurements were performed using struc

SUBMITTER: Jaufuraully S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12763823 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature