Chapter 1
Chapter 1
Hydramnios or polyhydramnios is defined as the presence of an excess of amniotic fluid of more than two thousand milliliters. For clinical diagnosis, an amniotic fluid index of twenty-five centimeters or above or single deepest pocket greater than eight centimeters or two diameter fluid greater than fifty square centimeters is considered as polyhydramnios.
Severity of hydramnios are:
Severity of hydramnios are:
One. Mild hydramnios. Where single deepest pocket measures between eight to ten centimeters or AFI between twenty-five to twenty-nine point nine centimeters. It is seen in eighty percent cases.
Two. Moderate hydramnios. Where single deepest pocket measures between ten to twelve or AFI between thirty to thirty-four point nine centimeters. It is seen in fifteen percent cases.
Three. Severe hydramnios. Where single deepest pocket measures greater than or equal to twelve centimeters or AFI greater than or equal to thirty-five centimeters. It is seen in five percent cases.