Oligohydramnios. Literature review and case study

Area of Science:

• Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Maternal-Fetal Medicine
• Nursing Science

Background:

• Quantitative evaluation of amniotic fluid volume is crucial for assessing fetal well-being during pregnancy.
• Decreased amniotic fluid volume (oligohydramnios) presents significant management challenges in prenatal care.
• Nurse-midwives play a key role in identifying and managing cases of oligohydramnios.

Observation:

• This article reviews current literature on amniotic fluid volume and oligohydramnios.
• The clinical significance of oligohydramnios for nurse-midwifery practice is examined.
• Conservative management approaches for oligohydramnios are detailed.

Findings:

• Oligohydramnios necessitates collaborative care arrangements.
• Understanding amniotic fluid dynamics is essential for effective fetal status evaluation.
• Literature supports conservative management strategies for oligohydramnios.

Implications:

• Nurse-midwives require specific knowledge to manage pregnancies complicated by oligohydramnios.
• Early diagnosis and appropriate management can improve pregnancy outcomes.
• This review provides a foundation for evidence-based practice in managing decreased amniotic fluid volume.