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Area of Science:

  • Perinatology
  • Reproductive Medicine
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Historical fetal growth references lack population diversity.
  • Modern cohort studies provide more representative data.
  • Variations exist in estimated fetal weight percentiles across studies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of diverse modern cohort studies on fetal growth references.
  • To assess the implications of using a universal fetal growth reference.
  • To highlight the importance of local validation for clinical implementation.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of three modern cohort studies with diverse populations.
  • Comparison of estimated fetal weight percentiles for gestational age.
  • Evaluation of classification discrepancies for small-for-gestational-age and large-for-gestational-age fetuses.

Main Results:

  • Estimated fetal weight percentiles varied significantly among diverse cohort studies.
  • A universal reference simplifies comparisons but can lead to misclassification.
  • Different studies yield different proportions of fetuses above or below cutoff points.

Conclusions:

  • Modern cohort studies offer advantages for fetal growth assessment.
  • A universal reference may not be universally accurate and requires careful consideration.
  • Local validation of fetal growth references is crucial for accurate clinical practice and patient outcomes.