Estimation of expected fetal weight using symphysio- fundal height  and ultrasonography and comparison of it with actual birth weight –  A prospective study

Dr Nidhi Singhvi, Dr Nidhi Singhvi, Taufiq Ullah, Mr. Tariq Khan

Estimation of expected fetal weight using symphysio- fundal height and ultrasonography and comparison of it with actual birth weight – A prospective study

Authors

Dr Nidhi Singhvi, Dr Nidhi Singhvi, Taufiq Ullah, Mr. Tariq Khan

Keywords:

Birth weight, USG, Hadlock’s formula, Dare’s formula.

Abstract

Fetal weight estimation is a crucial component of obstetric planning andmanagement. Accurate estimation assists clinicians in making informed decisionsregarding the timing and mode of delivery, thereby optimizing maternal and neonataloutcomes.

References

Ugwu EO, Udealor PC, Dim CC, Obi SN, Ozumba BC, Okeke DO et al. Accuracy of clinical and ultrasound estimation of fetal weight in predicting actual birth weight in Enugu, Southeastern Nigeria. Nigerian J Clin Prac. 2014;17(3):270-5.

Bajracharya J, Shrestha NS, Karki C. Accuracy of prediction of birth weight by fetal ultrasound. Kathmandu Univ Med J. 2013;10(2):74-6.

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Published

2025-08-15

How to Cite

Dr Nidhi Singhvi, Dr Nidhi Singhvi, Taufiq Ullah, Mr. Tariq Khan. (2025). Estimation of expected fetal weight using symphysio- fundal height and ultrasonography and comparison of it with actual birth weight – A prospective study. International Journal of Pharmacy Research & Technology (IJPRT), 15(2), 1228–1236. Retrieved from https://www.ijprt.org/index.php/pub/article/view/879