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Growth patterns in preterm and term twin deliveries
A P Smith1, D M Campbell, J Lemon
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Aberdeen, U.K.
Acta Geneticae Medicae Et Gemellologiae
|January 1, 1990
Summary
Fetal growth patterns in twins showed no significant difference between early preterm and later deliveries. This suggests that twin growth may not be as affected by delivery timing as singleton pregnancies.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics
- Perinatology
- Fetal Medicine
Background:
- Singleton pregnancies with preterm delivery often show reduced in utero growth.
- Fetal growth patterns in multiple gestations require further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To establish fetal growth patterns in twin pregnancies.
- To compare growth in twins delivered preterm versus at term.
Main Methods:
- Serial ultrasound scans were performed on 113 twin sets at 2-week intervals.
- Fetal growth parameters were assessed throughout gestation.
Main Results:
- No significant difference in fetal growth patterns was observed between twins delivered before 37 weeks and those delivered after 37 weeks.
- This finding contrasts with observations in singleton pregnancies.
Conclusions:
- Delivery timing before 37 weeks does not appear to significantly alter fetal growth patterns in twin pregnancies.
- Further research may explore factors influencing growth in preterm twins.