Does gastric dilation predict adverse perinatal or surgical outcome in fetuses with gastroschisis?
In gastroschisis, fetal gastric dilation is associated with meconium-stained amniotic fluid at delivery, but is not predictive of any serious perinatal or postnatal complications. Fetal growth and well-being should be serially evaluated on ultrasound using biophysical and Doppler assessment to decide on the optimal timing and mode of delivery.
In this study population, the use of fetal fibronectin did not affect physician behavior or health care costs related to preterm contractions.