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1
Q

What is polydramnios?

A

High levels of amniotic fluid

> 95th centile

2
Q

What are causes of polyhydamnios?

A
Idiopathic 
Swallowing problems
Duodenal atresia
Anaemia
Fetal hydrops
Macrosomia
Maternal diabetes
3
Q

How is polyhydramnios managed?

A

Indomethacin - enhances water retention + reduces fetal urine output

Amnioreduction - if mother has symptoms

4
Q

What are complications of polyhydramnios?

A

Preterm labour
Malpresentation
PPH