Correlations between Placental Thickness and Neonatal Outcomes: A Detailed Analysis at 32 and 36 Weeks

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dc.contributor.authorAgrawal, Alkaen_US
dc.contributor.authorShukla, Prachien_US
dc.contributor.authorYonati, Viveken_US
dc.contributor.authorAhlawat, Sapnaen_US
dc.contributor.authorMeena, Rinkuen_US
dc.contributor.authorAhlawat, Deepaken_US
dc.contributor.authorPatel, Neeleshen_US
dc.date.accessioned2025-05-09T10:44:59Z
dc.date.available2025-05-09T10:44:59Z
dc.date.issued2024-09
dc.description.abstractIntroduction: The placenta helps in supporting the developing fetus by providing essential metabolic, immunological, endocrine, respiratory and nutritional functions. During pregnancy, the placenta grows in size to adequately support the needs of the developing fetus. Abnormalities in placental thickness (PT) can serve as an indicator of potential complications during pregnancy. Utilizing ultrasound technology to assess the thickness of the placenta throughout pregnancy, aiming to identify potential connections with fetal well?being, as well as other relevant factors. In addition, the objective is to establish reference charts for PT during 32 and 36weeks of gestation. Materials and Methods: An observational study at a Medical College and Hospital in India, from February 2023–2024, that included 400 patients. The thickness of the placenta was measured at 32 and 36 weeks in women who were referred for antenatal scans. Out of the 400 participants, 25 gave birth before reaching 36 weeks, while the remaining 375 were monitored until they reached 36 weeks. The thickness was categorized into three groups: Normal (10th–90th percentile), thin (<10th percentile), and thick (>90th percentile). The outcomes of the newborns were evaluated after delivery and statistical analysis was conducted using ANOVA to calculate descriptive measures such as the mean and standard deviation. Results: Among the 400 patients at 32 weeks, PT measurements had varied from 25 to 40 mm, with a PT (mean) of approximately 31 mm ± 3.13 mm. At 36 weeks, among the 375 patients, PT ranged from 27 to 44 mm and a mean PT of approximately 35.2 mm ± 3.27 mm. The correlation of PT and the fetal birth weight was noticeable, with a stronger correlation observed at 36 weeks (r = 0.432) compared to 32 weeks (r = 0.316). Conclusion: The overall thickness of the placenta at 32 and 36 weeks is closely related to the stage of pregnancy and can provide valuable insights into the overall wellness of the newborn. It is important to measure PT along with biometric parameters during ultrasound examinations for pregnant women. In addition, we observed the interaction of different factors, including body mass index and parity.en_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsDepartment of Radiology, M.G.M. Medical College, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsDepartment of Radiology, M.G.M. Medical College, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsDepartment of Radiology, M.G.M. Medical College, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsDepartment of Radiology, M.G.M. Medical College, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsDepartment of Radiology, M.G.M. Medical College, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsDepartment of Radiology, M.G.M. Medical College, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.affiliationsDepartment of Radiology, M.G.M. Medical College, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, Indiaen_US
dc.identifier.citationAgrawal Alka, Shukla Prachi, Yonati Vivek, Ahlawat Sapna, Meena Rinku, Ahlawat Deepak, Patel Neelesh. Correlations between Placental Thickness and Neonatal Outcomes: A Detailed Analysis at 32 and 36 Weeks. Acta Medica International. 2024 Sep; 11(3): 191-196en_US
dc.identifier.issn2349-0578
dc.identifier.issn2349-0896
dc.identifier.placeIndiaen_US
dc.identifier.urihttps://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/245741
dc.languageenen_US
dc.publisherWolters Kluwer – Medknowen_US
dc.relation.issuenumber3en_US
dc.relation.volume11en_US
dc.source.urihttps://doi.org/10.4103/amit.amit_99_24en_US
dc.subjectBirth weighten_US
dc.subjectneonatal outcomeen_US
dc.subjectplacental thicknessen_US
dc.subjectpregnant womenen_US
dc.subjectultrasounden_US
dc.titleCorrelations between Placental Thickness and Neonatal Outcomes: A Detailed Analysis at 32 and 36 Weeksen_US
dc.typeJournal Articleen_US
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