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Which of my twins have a better chance of surviving?

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Hello doctor,

I have recently delivered twins, both weighing 4.8 lbs. One of them was preterm, and the other had IUGR. Now, I am concerned. Which of them has a better chance of surviving?
Answered by Dr. Balakrishnan. R

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Dr. Balakrishnan. R is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, and childbirth management. He provides comprehensive care, including prenatal and postnatal guidance, infertility support, and routine gynecological treatments. Known for his compassionate approach, Dr. Balakrishnan ensures personalized care, focusing on the overall well-being of women and helping them make informed decisions about their reproductive health.

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Hello,

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I feel the preterm baby has a better chance. Both the babies are of the same age and weight. If only one baby has IUGR (intrauterine growth restriction), then it should be having some anomaly, organ problem, or selective problem in some blood vessels or placenta problem. Being exposed to the same maternal uterine milieu, both had equal chances of IUGR had it been a maternal disease. So, hope that is not a significant health issue. Being just preterm without any health problems, the baby has a better chance. It depends completely on the NICU (neonatal intensive care unit) facility available and at what gestational age you have delivered. The weight alone is not important, but the gestational age is. If the baby with IUGR has no issues, as I mentioned, then it will have catch-up growth and will be healthier than the preterm baby. Just pray well. Both your babies will do fine and grow equally well.

Hope I have clarified your query. Do write back if you have any more queries.

All the best.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At November 9, 2017
Reviewed At February 26, 2024

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Dr. Balakrishnan. R is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, and childbirth management. He provides comprehensive care, including prenatal and postnatal guidance, infertility support, and routine gynecological treatments. Known for his compassionate approach, Dr. Balakrishnan ensures personalized care, focusing on the overall well-being of women and helping them make informed decisions about their reproductive health.

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Obstetrics and Gynecology

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Balakrishnan. R is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in women’s reproductive health, pregnancy care, and childbirth management. He provides comprehensive care, including prenatal and postnatal guidance, infertility support, and routine gynecological treatments. Known for his compassionate approach, Dr. Balakrishnan ensures personalized care, focusing on the overall well-being of women and helping them make informed decisions about their reproductive health.

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