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Can uteroplacental insufficiency lead to premature baby?

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My age is 31 years, had scan done at 27 weeks and it showed early diastolic notch in bilateral uterine arteries with mild increased mean uterine artery pi- 1.42. Suggestive of uteroplacental insufficiency. I have got BP now (150/90). This is not anomaly scan. Seek second opinion, please let me know what are complications arising from this. I have read that if BP increases, there might be case that baby would be prematurely born with intestinal issues as blood supply is restricted. Also, whether it can cause any issue to my child, if born early.
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Kindly attach your ultrasound report.

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Please find the reports.

Answered by Dr. Deepti Kurmi

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MBBS

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Dr. Deepti Kurmi is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist with 15 years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS at NSCB Medical College, Jabalpur, MP, and DNB in Obstetrics and Gynecology at BARC Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai. She is a member of the MRCOG and currently practicing at Cloudnine Hospital, Pune, Maharashtra.

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Diastolic notch is the mildest form of resistance to blood flow. It is the safest stage also. It occurs due to high BP. Blood flow to baby decreases. But very minimal. If resistance occurs in the middle cerebral artery or ductus venosus then it is a matter of concern. There might be a chance of preterm delivery, but you need to be regular on your medication. Follow up properly for the ultrasound as advised. Adequate rest in the left lateral position.

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Published At June 28, 2019
Reviewed At February 6, 2024

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Obstetrics and Gynecology

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MBBS

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Dr. Deepti Kurmi is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist with 15 years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS at NSCB Medical College, Jabalpur, MP, and DNB in Obstetrics and Gynecology at BARC Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai. She is a member of the MRCOG and currently practicing at Cloudnine Hospital, Pune, Maharashtra.

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