Moderate to late preterm intrauterine growth restriction: A restrospective, observational study of the indications for delivery and outcomes in an Australian perinatal centre

Abstract

Background: The management of preterm intrauterine growth restriction is limited to fetal surveillance and timely delivery. Despite the existence of evidence-based guidelines, uncertainty regarding the optimal timing of delivery is common, and management remains individualised for each patient. Aims: To provide recent Australian data on the indications for delivery of moderate to late preterm growth restricted infants and the outcomes of these deliveries. Materials and methods: Retrospective study of singleton live births delivered between 32 + 0 and 36 + 6 weeks gestation over a three-year period (2012–2014) at a Melbourne Metropolitan Hospital. ‘Small for gestational age’ (birthweight < 10..