what is polyhydramnios?
excess amniotic fluid
causes
diabetes anomaly monochorionic twins hydrops fetalis viral infection
risks
pre-term labour
presentation
abdominal discomfort tense shiny abdomen unable to feel foetal parts pre-labour rupture cord prolapse
diagnosis
USS (AFI >25cm and DVP >8cm)
find cause
causation tests
OGTT serology antibody screen USS foetal survey MCA doppler examine placenta
management
patient information
serial USS
IOL by 40 weeks