IUGR is defined when :

Ans. is a i.e. Bih weight is below the tenth percentile of the average of gestational age Intrauterine growth restriction is said to be present in those babies whose bih weight is below the tenth percentile of the average for the gestational age. Growth restriction can occur in preterm, term or post-term babies. Friends, IUGR is a very impoant topic for PGME exams so, let's throw some more light on IUGR. Bih weight of an infant is the single most impoant determinant of its chances of survival, healthy growth and development. IUGR and SGA (small for gestational age) are usually used synonymously but are different terms. SGA fetus is not necessarily growth retarded. The baby may be constitutionally small. These neonates are not at increased risk of perinatal moality and morbidity.