Evaluating the Need for Multiple Ultrasound Measurements for Accurate Prediction of Birthweight Using Estimated Fetal Weight
In a controlled research setting with credentialed sonographers and standardized protocols, averaging replicate fetal biometric measurements did not improve EFW prediction of birthweight. A single high-quality measurement of fetal biometry may be sufficient, although further research is warranted to confirm generalizability to routine clinical practice.
Authors
- Madeleine E. St. Ville
- Jessica L. Gleason
- Zhen Chen
- Katherine L. Grantz
Institutions
- Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Ultrasound in Medicine
- Published
- 2026-02-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1002/jum.70180
- Primary Topic
- Pregnancy and preeclampsia studies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00