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Gynaecology & Obstetrics Normal Labour a8e10f2c

Post-term labor is seen in:

A
Hydramnios
B
PID
C
Anencephaly
D
Multiple pregnancy
High-Yield Explanation
Ans. is c, i.e. AnencephalyRef. Dutta Obs. 9/e, p 299Causes of Post-term pregnancy:Wrong dates: Due to inaccurate LMP (most common).Biologic variability (Hereditary) may be seen in the family.Maternal factors: Primipara/elderly multipara/H/o previous prolonged pregnancy, sedentary habit.Fetal factors: Congenital anomalies: Anencephaly - (Abnormal fetal HPA axis), adrenal hypoplasia (Diminished fetal cortisol response).Placental factors: Sulphatase deficiency (Low estrogen).

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