• Gestational Diabetes
• Preeclampsia
• Preterm Labor
• Post-term Pregnancy
• Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
• Polyhydramnios
• Oligohydramnios
• Placenta abruption and previa
• Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS)

10 things to know about Polyhydramnios

1. Polyhydramnios means excessive accumulation of amniotic fluid.
2. Polyhydramnios occurs in about 2% of pregnancies and can happen anytime during pregnancy.
3. Amniotic fluid is important for your baby’s normal growth and for cushioning the umbilical cord against compression. Amniotic fluid from fetal urination, breathing, and swallowing contribute to the overall amniotic fluid volume. Polyhydramnios can result from decreased fetal swallowing or increased fetal urination.
4. The causes of polyhydramnios include
• Birth defects of the central nervous system, digestive tract, or kidney problems
• Maternal diabetes
• Twins or triplets
• Fetal anemia
5. Most women with polyhydramnios do not have any risk factors. Screening for gestational diabetes and infections, and anemias are indicated
6. Polyhydramnios may increase the risks of
• Premature rupture of membrane
• Preterm labor and preterm birth
• Umbilical cord prolapse
• Placenta abruption
• Suboptimal fetal growth
• Stillbirth
7. Polyhydramnios is suspected in large abdominal measurement. The diagnosis is confirmed by ultrasound.
8. Serial ultrasound are performed for amniotic fluid volume measurement and fetal growth.
9. For severe polyhydramnios, treatment may include removing amniotic fluid to relieve maternal discomfort and prolong pregnancy.
10. Delivery depends on maternal discomfort and gestational age.