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Intrauterine growth restriction - Treatment

Alternative Names

Intrauterine growth retardation; IUGR

Treatment:

IUGR increases the risk for intrauterine death. If this condition is suspected, the pregnant woman will be closely monitored with several pregnancy ultrasounds and non-stress testing. Depending on the results of these tests, delivery may be necessary.

Expectations (prognosis):

The prognosis for normal newborn growth and development varies by the degree and cause of IUGR. Prognosis should be discussed with your obstetrician and pediatrician.

Complications:

Depending on the specific cause, IUGR increases the risk for a variety of pregnancy and newborn complications. Infants may have a non-reassuring fetal heart rate during labor.

Calling your health care provider:

Call your health care provider if your infant or child does not seem to be growing or developing normally.

  • Reviewed last on: 10/11/2007
  • Deirdre O’Reilly, MD, MPH, Neonatologist, Division of Newborn Medicine, Children’s Hospital Boston and Instructor in Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts. Review Provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.