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Symmetrical intrauterine growth restriction

Crescimento intrauterino restrito simétrico

Category

Definition

This condition begins earlier in pregnancy and there is a higher incidence of permanent neurologic sequela. It is often associated with either genetic abnormalities or fetal infection, especially 1st trimester viral infections.

Coding Note

When both birth weight and gestational age are available, priority of assignment should be given to birth weight.

Index Terms

Symmetrical intrauterine growth restrictionSymmetrical IUGRsymmetrical growth retardation