Episode 183 Too much amniotic fluid (Polyhydramnios)

We unpack polyhydramnios with clear guidance on measurement, risk, and choices, showing why most mild cases near term are benign while outlining when to call in fetal medicine. Practical steps help parents and midwives stay calm, plan safely, and avoid unnecessary interventions.• definitions of polyhydramnios by single deepest pool and AFI• pros and cons of SDP versus AFI measurement• thresholds for mild, moderate, severe excess fluid• idiopathic cases late in pregnancy and prevalence• screening for gestational diabetes and infection• key risks: unstable lie, cord prolapse, postpartum haemorrhage• induction debates, continuous monitoring, and individualised plans• when to refer to fetal medicine and what they assess• amnioreduction indications, risks, and diagnostic value• reassurance for parents and guidance for midwivesIf you have, it’d be fantastic if you could subscribe, rate and review on whatever platform you find your podcasts, as well as recommending The OBSPod to anyone you think might find it interestingWant to know more:https://obgyn.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/tog.70021Thank you all for listening,  My name is Florence Wilcock I am an NHS doctor working as an obstetrician, specialising in the care of both mother and baby during pregnancy and birth. If you have enjoyed my podcast please do continue to subscribe, rate, review and recommend my podcast on your podcast provider.If you have found my ideas helpful whilst expecting your baby or working in maternity care please spread the word & help theobspod reach other parents or staff who may be interested in exploring all things pregnancy and birth. Keeping my podcast running  without ads or sponsorship is important to me. I want to keep it free and accessible to all but it costs me a small amount each month to maintain and keep the episodes live, if you wish to contribute anything to  support theobspod please head over to my buy me a coffee page  https://bmc.link/theobspodV any donation very gratefully received however small. Its easy to explore my back catalogue of episodes, I have a wide range of topics that may help you make decisions for yourself and your baby during pregnancy as well as some more reflective episodes on life as a doctor. If you want to get in touch to suggest topics, I love to hear your thoughts and ideas. You can find out more about me on Instagram @TheObsPod and email me on [email protected] Please also check out #MatExp matexp.org.uk for ideas about how to improve maternity experience. My bea...