Patient's question:
Premature by three days, the fetus had already started to develop slowly in the womb one month prior, with widened lateral ventricles. The child was born weighing 3 pounds and 8 ounces and is currently in an incubator. Today, after a thorough examination, the doctor said the left lateral ventricle is slightly widened, but did not specify the exact degree of widening. It is the fifth day since the child's birth, and the doctor has asked for discharge tomorrow. How much interference does the widened lateral ventricles pose to the child? I underwent various careful examinations during pregnancy, including amniocentesis, and everything was fine. Why was the widened lateral ventricles only discovered in the later stages?Doctor's answer:
According to your description, the condition of your baby may be caused by hydrocephalus, and it is recommended to have follow-up examinations regularly. If the hydrocephalus is severe, it may interfere with the child's intellectual and physical development.This is the advice for the question "Premature by three days, the fetus has already started to develop slowly before birth," and we hope it helps you. Wishing you good health!