A retrospective study of intrauterine fetal demise in bundelkhand region

The ecotoxicological Background: Intra uterine foetal death is an emotional distress for mother, her family and for the obstetrician also. Timely intervention reduces this. The study determine the possible causes of stillbirths or IUFD. Material and methods: This was a Prospective observational study was conducted from September 2022 to August 2023. The study included all pregnant women who were delivered at the hospital with Intrauterine Fetal Demise or Still Birth at or after 24 weeks of pregnancy. Results: Intra uterine fetal death was found 42.98 per 1000. The most common maternal cause of IUFD was Pregnancy induced hypertension (30.0%) followed by Antepartum hemorrhage (22.43%) and congenital malformation (5.75%). Out of 140 IUD, 22 still births were due to involvement of multiple factors. Conclusion: Intrauterine foetal mortality may be prevented by modifying maternal risk factors such as hypertension, severe anaemia, and diabetes management. IUFD can be prevented by early registration of pregnancy, good nutrition, regular ANC visits and early referral to tertiary centre.