Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR) is reduced fetus growth in the mother's womb during pregnancy. Causes for IUGR include increased altitudes, multiple pregnancies, placental obstacles, and preeclampsia. In addition, smoking, alcohol or drug addiction, clotting disorders, diabetes, hypertension, cardiac problems, inadequate nutrition, renal diseases are the risk factors.
Intrauterine Growth Restriction: Causes, Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment
The mother’s womb provides proper care for the child's growth and development. However, several issues can hamper this process and disrupt the child’s growth.
