Patient's question:
NoDoctor's answer:
Generally speaking, a pregnancy lasting more than 42 weeks is considered postterm, which is not beneficial for the health of both the mother and the baby, and increases the risks of difficult labor and fetal hypoxia in the uterus. Therefore, if the due date has passed and labor has not yet begun, regular prenatal check-ups should still be scheduled. The doctor will determine the timing of induction based on fetal movement, fetal heart monitoring, and ultrasound amniotic fluid levels, with the principle of trying to avoid exceeding 42 weeks as much as possible.