Keywords:
perinatal assessment
oligohydramnios
pregnancy at term
maternal outcomes
single deepest vertical pocket (sdvp)
amniotic fluid index (afi)

  • Abstract

    Amniotic fluid assessment is a critical component of prenatal care, as it provides valuable insights into fetal well-being and maternal outcomes. This study investigates the correlation between the Single Deepest Vertical Pocket (SDVP) and the Amniotic Fluid Index (AFI) at term and their association with maternal outcomes. Both SDVP and AFI are established sonographic methods for assessing amniotic fluid volume, yet their clinical implications in predicting maternal outcomes remain underexplored. A retrospective analysis of term pregnancies was conducted, evaluating maternal outcomes such as mode of delivery, labor induction rates, and complications including cesarean section for fetal distress and postpartum hemorrhage. Statistical comparisons of SDVP and AFI measurements revealed significant correlations with these maternal outcomes. Findings indicated that oligohydramnios, as identified by either low SDVP or AFI, was associated with higher rates of labor induction and cesarean delivery. Conversely, pregnancies with normal amniotic fluid levels demonstrated lower maternal morbidity and favorable labor outcomes. The study also highlights discrepancies in sensitivity and specificity between the two measurement methods, suggesting that SDVP may be a more reliable predictor of maternal complications in certain clinical scenarios. These results underscore the importance of precise amniotic fluid assessment to optimize maternal and perinatal care. Further prospective studies are recommended to validate these findings and refine clinical protocols for amniotic fluid evaluation. This study contributes to the understanding of maternal outcomes in the context of term pregnancies, providing a basis for improved decision-making in obstetric care.

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Singh, S., Pajai, S., Thakur, A. S., & Gupta, A. (2024). Correlation of single deepest vertical pocket of amniotic fluid and amniotic fluid index at term with maternal outcome. Multidisciplinary Reviews, 8(6), 2025174. https://doi.org/10.31893/multirev.2025174
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