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Introduction Oligohydramnios, a reduced amount of amniotic fluid, is associated with increased perinatal morbidity and mortality. Its presence should prompt fetal and maternal evaluation. Disease Definition The definition of oligohydramnios varies. It may be described subjectively, but accuracy is dependent…

Introduction Polyhydramnios (also called hydramnios ) is defined as an excessive amount of amniotic fluid. Although idiopathic in more than 50% of cases, it may be associated with maternal and fetal disorders. Polyhydramnios should prompt a detailed fetal anatomic ultrasound…