Oligohydramnios: Is when you have low

Oligohydramnios is when you have low amniotic fluid during pregnancy. Learn about the possible causes, complications, diagnosis and treatment options for this condition. Know the causes, symptoms, and treatments for oligohydramnios in pregnancy. Learn about diagnosis, risks, and complications of low amniotic fluid levels. An overview of oligohydramnios including aetiology, clinical features, investigations, management options and complications. Management of Oligohydramnios Definition Oligohydramnios refers to amniotic fluid volume (liquor volume (LV)) that is less than expected for gestational age. It occurs in 0.5% - 1% of pregnancies, and in 5% of pregnancies at term. The diagnosis is usually made subjectively. Oligohydramnios is defined as a single deepest vertical pool (DVP) of 2 cm or less. It may also be described using the amniotic fluid index (AFI) of 50mm or less. Background Oligohydramnios is caused by a reduction in ...