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What Causes Fetal Growth Restriction?
Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) refers to the poor growth of a baby while in the mother's womb during pregnancy. Specifically, it means the developing baby weights less than 90% of other babies at the same
Alternative Names
Intrauterine growth retardation; IUGR
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Many different things can lead to intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR). An unborn baby may not get enough oxygen and nutrition from the placenta during pregnancy because...
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