Patient's question:
My precious son was born via cesarean section one month after his due date. He is quite tall, but his constitution isn't very good. The doctor said it's because he is a post-term baby. Could you please tell me what are the characteristics of post-term babies?Doctor's answer:
The etiology of remains unclear. Due to the gradual aging of the placenta, increased calcification, and the formation of more infarct areas, the placental weight decreases, the intervillous space narrows, the villous capillary walls thicken and close, and placental function declines. Additionally, the growing fetus compresses the uterus, slowing uterine blood flow and reducing blood supply, leading to progressive hypoxia. This poses serious harm to the patient's body. It is recommended to seek medical attention at a reputable hospital.