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Fetal Macrosomia

Medical Definition: A complication of several conditions including DIABETES MELLITUS and prolonged pregnancy. A macrosomic fetus is defined as weighing more than 4000 grams.
Guide Notes: do not confuse with INFANT, POSTMATURE (born after 42 wks of gestation)
Previously Indexed: Birth Weight (1966-1986),Fetal Diseases (1966-1986),Infant, Newborn, Diseases (1966-1986),Pregnancy in Diabetes (1966-1986)

Fetal Macrosomia Medical Definitions and Terms

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