Patient's question:
I am 30 weeks pregnant. Two days ago, I went to the hospital for a prenatal check-up. According to the ultrasound results, the doctor told me that the biparietal diameter (BPD) of the fetus is only 78, which is an abnormal value. Could you please tell me if a BPD of 78 mm at 34 weeks is indicative of a malformation?Doctor's answer:
A fetus at 34 weeks with a biparietal diameter of 78 mm is not necessarily deformed, but a biparietal diameter of 78 mm at 34 weeks is much smaller than normal. It is recommended to continue monitoring and undergo regular prenatal check-ups at the hospital. If the deformation is confirmed, induction of labor can be considered. Therefore, it is still advisable to enhance nutrition, such as eating more noodles, rice, sweet potatoes, and durian, which can help with fetal growth.