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fetal macrosomia
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Complications of Diabetes Mellitus; Pregnancy in Diabetics; Gestational Diabetes; Fetal Diseases; Birth Weight
Definitions related to fetal macrosomia:
  • A condition of fetal overgrowth defined as BIRTH WEIGHT greater than 4,000 grams, regardless of gestational age. It is commonly seen in GESTATIONAL DIABETES; PROLONGED PREGNANCY; and pregnancies complicated by pre-existing diabetes mellitus.
    NLM Medical Subject Headings
    U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2025
  • A fetus exceeding 4500 grams.
    NCI
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
  • A fetus whose estimated weight exceeds 4500 grams.
    NICHD Pediatric Terminology
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
  • The term "fetal macrosomia" is used to describe a newborn who's much larger than average.
    Mayo Clinic
    Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 2025
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